First Known Use: 15th century
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clod
noun \ˈkläd\
: a lump of dirt or clay
: a person who is stupid and dull
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Origin of CLOD
Middle English clodde, from Old English clod- (in clodhamer fieldfare)
Related to CLOD
- Synonyms
- oaf, clodhopper, gawk, hulk, lout, lubber, lug, lump, Neanderthal, palooka
CLODDISH Defined for Kids
clod
noun \ˈkläd\
Definition of CLOD for Kids
1
: a lump or mass especially of earth or clay
2
: a clumsy or stupid person
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