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Meaning of clumsy

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

clumsy

Pronunciation:/ˈklʌmzi//ˈklʌmzi/

noun

Definitions

  1. A clumsy person.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Awkward, lacking coordination, not graceful, not dextrous.

    Example: He's very clumsy. I wouldn't trust him with carrying the dishes.

  2. Not elegant or well-planned, lacking tact or subtlety.

    Example: It is a clumsy solution, but it might work for now.

  3. Awkward or inefficient in use or construction, difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape.