Meaning of the word fidgeting in English

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fidgeting

US /ˈfɪdʒ.ɪt.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈfɪdʒ.ɪt.ɪŋ/

Noun

the act of making small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience

Example:
His constant fidgeting during the meeting was distracting.
The teacher noticed the student's fidgeting and asked if everything was alright.

Adjective

making small, restless movements

Example:
The child was very fidgeting during the long sermon.
He had a habit of being fidgeting when he was nervous.
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