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Definition of oaf

oaf

/oʊf/
oaf
Adverb:oafishly
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Plural:oafs
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Adjective:oafish
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• noun

1

A stupid, uncultured, or clumsy person, especially a large or awkward man.

Example

"The clumsy oaf knocked over the antique vase while trying to move the sofa."

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oafishly
oafishness

Word Origin & Etymology

Dating back to the early 17th century as 'auf', the word derives from Old Norse 'álfr' (meaning 'elf') and originally referred to a deformed or foolish child believed to have been left by fairies as a changeling.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oaf. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oaf
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