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oaf
noun
UK:
/əʊf/
US:
/oʊf/
A stupid or clumsy person.
He is such an oaf sometimes that I just want to laugh.
The oaf tripped and spilled the entire tray of drinks on the floor.
Synonyms
lout
clod
numskull
blockhead
dolt
klutz
buffoon
nitwit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phonetic transcription of "oaf" in English?
The phonetic transcription of "oaf" is
/əʊf/
in British English and
/oʊf/
in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.
What are the english synonyms of "oaf"?
Synonyms for "oaf": lout, clod, numskull, blockhead, dolt, klutz, buffoon, nitwit.
How to use "oaf" in sentences?
Example usage of "oaf": "He is such an oaf sometimes that I just want to laugh.". More examples on the page.