klutz
Definition
- Noun:
- A clumsy, awkward, or foolish person: A "klutz" is someone who lacks physical coordination, often dropping things, tripping, or bumping into objects. It implies a habitual lack of grace.
- A socially awkward or inept person: While primarily physical, it can also describe someone who is tactless or inept in social situations.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
Advanced Usage
- "To pull a klutz": To perform a specific clumsy act.
- Used as a modifier in informal contexts: klutz factor.
Variants and Related Words
- Klutzy (adjective): Describing someone or something as clumsy.
- Klutziness (noun): The state or quality of being clumsy.
Synonyms
- Clumsy person: Oaf, butterfingers, lummox, stumblebum.
- Inept person: Bungler, duffer (informal).
Related Idioms
- All thumbs: Very clumsy, especially with one's hands.
- Two left feet: Very clumsy, especially in dancing or sports.
Noun
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(Yiddish) a clumsy dolt
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