Meaning of ham-fisted in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    ham-fisted

    Definitions

    1. not skillful in physical movement especially with the hands

    Examples

    • « a bumbling mechanic »
    • « a bungling performance »
    • « ham-handed governmental interference »
    • « could scarcely empty a scuttle of ashes, so handless was the poor creature- Mary H. Vorse »

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