Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oaf
noun
/oʊf/
Definition
A clumsy or stupid person.
Examples
- Despite his size, he was not an oaf, but rather very graceful.
- She called him an oaf after he tripped over his own feet.
- He sometimes felt like an oaf in social situations.
Meaning
The term ‘oaf’ is used to describe someone who is awkward, foolish, or lacking in social grace.
Synonyms
- clumsy
- fool
- buffoon
- dunce
