lubberly

/ˈlʌbɚli/
adjective
  1. Clumsy, awkward, or unskilled, especially in physical movement or practical tasks.
    • The new sailor felt lubberly compared to the experienced crew members.
    • The lubberly apprentice dropped the hammer three times while trying to fix the shelf.
    • Her lubberly attempts at dancing made everyone laugh, but she kept trying.
adverb
  1. In a clumsy or awkward manner.
    • The puppy ran lubberly across the slippery floor, sliding into the furniture.
    • She lubberly spilled her drink while trying to set it on the table.
    • He moved lubberly through the narrow hallway, bumping into the walls.
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