lubberly
/ˈlʌbɚli/
adjective
- 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
- 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.