To mumble or speak indistinctly; to confuse or bungle something.
Possibly from Middle English or Low German origins; the etymology is uncertain but may relate to fumbling or muddling sounds together.
This rare English word might relate to how your mouth fumbles when trying to say something complicated—it's one of those delightful archaic words that perfectly captures a specific awkward feeling!
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