bunged up

The phrase "bunged up" is commonly used in British informal speech to describe a blocked nose or a clogged passage.

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Definition

B2Health

(informal, British)Having a congested nose, often due to a cold or allergies.

Example

  • I can't sleep well because my nose is bunged up.

B2General

(informal)Blocked or clogged, making it difficult to function properly.

Example

  • The kitchen sink is bunged up again.

C1Physical Condition

(informal)Injured or beaten up, often used to describe someone after a fight or accident.

Example

  • He got really bunged up after the football match.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bunged up":

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