bunglingly
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/ˈbʌŋɡlɪŋli/
(bungle)
clumsy mistake
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bungle' originates from an unknown origin, possibly Scandinavian, where 'bungla' meant 'to work clumsily'.
Historical Evolution
'bungla' transformed into the English word 'bungle', and eventually became the modern English word 'bunglingly'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to work clumsily', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a clumsy or inept manner'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a clumsy or inept manner.
He bunglingly attempted to fix the leak, making it worse.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45