broddle

/ˈbroʊ.dəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to move or walk slowly, clumsily, or with difficulty

“The old man had to broddle through the deep snow to reach his house.”

2. noun

a clumsy or awkward gait

“The doctor told the patient that her broddle was a sign of a more serious problem.”

3. verb

to struggle or make an effort to do something

“The student had to broddle to finish the difficult assignment on time.”

Synonyms

  • lumber
  • stumble

Antonyms

  • sprint
  • stride