Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lummox

noun
/ˈləməks/
Definition
A clumsy or slow-witted person.
Examples
  • Despite his size, he was not a lummox and could move quite quickly.
  • She called him a lummox for tripping over his own feet while walking.
Meaning
The term ‘lummox’ refers to someone who lacks grace or agility, often used to describe someone who is bulky or uncoordinated.
Synonyms
  • oaf
  • clumsy person
  • boor
  • lout