Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

clodhopper

noun
/ˈklɒdˌhɒpər/
Definition
A clumsy, awkward person.
Examples
  • Despite being a clodhopper on the dance floor, he always had a great time.
  • She called him a clodhopper, but he didn’t mind.
  • The clodhopper tripped over his own feet as he walked down the path.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who is not graceful, often used in a light-hearted or affectionate way.
Synonyms
  • oaf
  • lout
  • bungler
  • awkward person