English
Pronunciation
(RP) IPA|[��n�wɪ�ldɪ]
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Etymology
A late Middle English coinage, first known instance c. 1386, from un- �not� + *wieldy, from OE. wielde �active, vigorous�.
Adjective
en-adj|unwield|ier
- obsolete lacking strength; weak
- obsolete ungraceful in movement
- difficult to carry, manage or operate because of its size, weight or shape or complexity
- badly managed or operated
Derived terms
wieldy
References
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