meddle

Definition

To interfere in or with; to concern oneself with unduly.

Etymology

From Middle English medlen, from Anglo-Norman medler, from Early Medieval Latin misculāre, derived from Latin misceō (“to mix”).

Example Sentences

• "[…] why ſhouldeſt thou meddle to thy hurt,[…]?"
• "[…] the Civil Lawyers […] have medled in a matter, that belongs not to them;[…]."
• "There is much to dislike about the proposed constitution, which will keep elected governments beholden to a senate nominated by the junta and to a suite of meddling committees."