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clumsy

/klʌmzi/ adjective · British & US
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What does clumsy mean?

adjective

Lacking skill or coordination; awkward or uncoordinated in movement or action. Often used to describe someone who is careless or accident-prone.

Example

"She tripped over her own feet, looking quite clumsy in her high heels."

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