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To make dirty or polluted
“When planning, it's wise to site ponds away from trees as dead leaves will foul the water.”
To decompose or break down, especially biologically
“The meat will foul and you may need to reach out to your local game officer on what to do next.”
To make or become entangled or jammed
“The vessel's net would foul the 52-foot motor lifeboat's twin 36-inch brass propellers.”
To make or become clogged
“The waste products from these agents create a mess and unpleasant odors as they foul the drain.”
To decrease the value, character, or quality of
“Chase is afraid the movie he's making might foul his reputation with fans who jumped on his bandwagon as the stinging-satirist-buffoon.”
To spoil or render less pure by adding impurities or other substances
To make an inaccurate or poor contact or strike
To cause physical or bodily damage or injury to
To make a mistake or error
To cause disarray or disorganization in the order of
Plural for a breach of the rules, especially in sports
“Ed did not commit a foul on that play. Just ask him.”
Plural for unacceptable or improper behavior
Plural for an erroneous or faulty strike or hit
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