"thud and blunder" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: A spoonerism from blood and thunder. Etymology templates: {{m|en|blood and thunder}} blood and thunder Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} thud and blunder (uncountable)
  1. (idiomatic) An adventure or active endeavor that is characterized by (often humorous) errors. Tags: idiomatic, uncountable

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