clodhopper

/ˈklɒd.hɒpər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who walks clumsily, especially a rustic or country person.

“The clumsy tourist was called a clodhopper by the locals.”

2. noun

A clumsy or heavy-footed person, especially a rustic or country person.

“The farmer was a clodhopper, always tripping over his own feet.”

3. verb

To walk or move clumsily, especially in a rustic or country area.

“He clodhopped through the muddy fields, getting his boots dirty.”

Synonyms

  • country bumpkin
  • rustic

Antonyms

  • dapper
  • gallant