tuik

/ˈtuːɪk/

Definitions

1. verb

to move or walk with a stumbling or unsteady gait

“She tuiked out of the room, almost tripping over her own feet.”

2. verb

to make a stumbling or unsteady sound, especially with the feet

“The old wooden floor tuiked under his heavy boots.”

3. verb

to make a sudden, uncontrolled movement, especially with the legs

“The child tuiked and fell over, almost hitting the table.”

4. noun

a stumbling or unsteady gait

“She walked with a funny tuik, making everyone laugh.”

5. noun

a sudden, uncontrolled movement, especially of the legs

“The tuik of his legs sent him tumbling to the ground.”

Synonyms

  • lurch
  • stumble

Antonyms

  • balance
  • stability