noun
fumbling
Fumbling (noun) means Clumsy, awkward handling of something, often with the hands. Example: “After several minutes of fumbling, he finally got the lock open.”
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Clumsy, awkward handling of something, often with the hands.
"After several minutes of fumbling, he finally got the lock open."
How to use fumbling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAwkward, uncertain fiddling or handling — usually done nervously or clumsily.
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- fumblings
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What does “fumbling” mean?
The word “fumbling” means clumsy, awkward handling of something, often with the hands. In plain terms, awkward, uncertain fiddling or handling — usually done nervously or clumsily.
How do you use “fumbling” in a sentence?
Here is “fumbling” used in a sentence: “After several minutes of fumbling, he finally got the lock open.”
What part of speech is “fumbling”?
“Fumbling” is a noun.
What is the meaning of fumbling?
"fumbling" (noun) means clumsy, awkward handling of something, often with the hands.
