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Definitions of ungainly:

  • adjective:   difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape
    Example: "The cello, a rather ungainly instrument for a girl"
  • adjective:   lacking grace in movement or posture
    Example: "A gawky lad with long ungainly legs"


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