huckmuck

/ˈhʌkmʌk/

Definitions

1. verb

to move clumsily or awkwardly, especially through water

“The child huckmucked through the shallow pool, getting water everywhere.”

2. noun

a clumsy or awkward movement, especially through water

“The boy’s huckmuck through the pool was quite impressive.”

Synonyms

  • flounder
  • stumble

Antonyms

  • glide
  • swim