Etymology

addle-plot

Today it means: Synonym of spoilsport, one who ruins other's plans or enjoyment of something. Full definition →

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The story

From addle (“to muddle, to ruin”) + plot (“plan”). In earliest use as a character name in Love for Money by Thomas d'Urfey in 1691. Compare marplot.

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