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Definition of mudhole in English: mudholenoun ˈmʌdhəʊl 1A hole containing mud or in which mud collects, especially one which forms a defect or obstacle in a road; specifically a hot mud spring. 2A hole at the base of a boiler, condenser, etc., through which sediment can be removed. 3A despised place; a place of filth and squalor. 4A situation or factor that impedes progress or entraps a person.
Origin Early 18th century. From mud + hole. Definition of mudhole in US English: mudholenounˈmʌdhəʊl 1A hole containing mud or in which mud collects, especially one which forms a defect or obstacle in a road; specifically a hot mud spring. 2A hole at the base of a boiler, condenser, etc., through which sediment can be removed. 3A despised place; a place of filth and squalor. 4A situation or factor that impedes progress or entraps a person.
Origin Early 18th century. From mud + hole. |