What does CLODS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Clods is a plural noun.

Definitions:

Clods refer to a lump of earth or clay. It can also refer to a clumsy or stupid person.

Pronunciations:

US: /klɑdz/

UK: /klɒdz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "clod" originated from Middle English and Old English. It was used to refer to a mass of earth or soil. In modern usage, it still refers to a lump of earth or clay but can also be used to describe a person who is clumsy or stupid.

Synonyms:
  • chunk
  • clump
  • lump
  • block
  • dummy
  • fool
  • idiot
Related Words:
  • clerk
  • cloud
  • clout
  • cloak
  • clown
Example Sentences:
  • The farmer dug up clods of earth to plant his crops.
  • He was such a clod that he tripped over his own feet.
  • She threw a clod of dirt at the window to get their attention.


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