gawkies
/ˈɡɔːkiz/
noun
- Plural of gawky; awkward, clumsy, or ungainly people, especially young people who are growing quickly.
- A group of gawkies huddled by the lockers, unsure what to do with their long arms and legs.
- The coach worked patiently with the gawkies on the team, helping them improve their coordination.
- The middle school dance was full of gawkies tripping over their own feet.