tanglefooted adjective2 •(rare) Uncoordinated, bumbling.Many adults join in line dancing because it is adaptable to all levels of fitness and ability — from the tanglefooted to experienced social dancers. — 2003 •Having tanglefoot applied (to trap insects and prevent them from climbing up).The 10 tanglefooted stalks were considered to represent a less productive resource "patch" than the entire plot when treated with "Tanglefoot". — 1982 formsmore tanglefooted · most tanglefooted