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Definition fumble in American English

fumble noun

[countable] noun
/ˈfʌmb(ə)l/
1

a failure to hold or catch a ball in sports

Example

Marino was charged with three interceptions and a fumble in his worst game of the season.

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2

an attempt to hold, move, or find something using your hands in a way that is not skillful or graceful

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Definition fumble in American English