noun

clod

klod

Clod (noun) means a lump of earth, clay, or turf. Example: “He kicked a clod of dirt across the field.”

noun

A lump of earth, clay, or turf.

"He kicked a clod of dirt across the field."

An awkward or foolish person.

"Stop being such a clod and watch where you're walking."

How to Use Clod

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA lump of earth, or an insulting word for a clumsy, foolish person.

When to use it

The "foolish person" sense is old-fashioned and mildly comic rather than harsh.

Easily confused with

clot →

clodded past tense, clods plural, clods singular

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From Old English clot, related to "clot" and "cloud" — originally meaning a lump or mass.

Origin: Old English

plod

What does “clod” mean?

The word “clod” means a lump of earth, clay, or turf. In plain terms, a lump of earth, or an insulting word for a clumsy, foolish person.

How do you pronounce “clod”?

“Clod” is pronounced klod (/klɑd/ in IPA).

How do you use “clod” in a sentence?

Here is “clod” used in a sentence: “He kicked a clod of dirt across the field.”

What part of speech is “clod”?

“Clod” is a noun.

Where does the word “clod” come from?

The word “clod” comes from Old English. From Old English clot, related to "clot" and "cloud" — originally meaning a lump or mass.

How many meanings does “clod” have?

“Clod” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a lump of earth, clay, or turf.