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shambling

The correct spelling is shambling.

How to pronounce shambling

verb

IPA: /ˈʃæmblɪŋ/

Say it like: Sha-mbl-ing

The correct spelling is shambling. To walk while shuffling or dragging the feet. For example: "I wasn't too impressed with the fellow, when he shambled in unenthusiastically and an hour late."

Usage Examples

I wasn't too impressed with the fellow, when he shambled in unenthusiastically and an hour late.

a shambling giant of a man

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To walk while shuffling or dragging the feet.

noun

  1. 1.An awkward, irregular gait.

adjective

  1. 1.Who walks while dragging or shuffling the feet.

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