Blunder1. (v. i.) To make a gross error or mistake; as, to blunder in writing or preparing a medical prescription.
2. (v. i.) To move in an awkward, clumsy manner; to flounder and stumble.
3. (v. t.) To cause to blunder.
4. (v. t.) To do or treat in a blundering manner; to confuse.
5. (n.) Confusion; disturbance.
6. (n.) A gross error or mistake, resulting from carelessness, stupidity, or culpable ignorance.
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