A situation or object in a state of extreme disarray.
A warm meal, usually cooked in a large pot, often similar to a stew or porridge; service of such a heated meal to soldiers.
A disheveled or unbalanced person, particularly one who is nevertheless, or therefore, attractive.
An instance of danger or peril; a dangerous moment or situation.
Blame; culpability; fault; wrong-doing; sin; crime.
One's office; duty; charge.
Responsibility for ensuing consequences; risk; danger; peril.
A dire or unfortunate situation.
To promise (oneself) to someone, or to do something.
Specifically, to pledge (one's troth etc.) as part of a marriage ceremony.