Meaning of the word twiddle in English
What does twiddle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
twiddle
US /ˈtwɪd.əl/
UK /ˈtwɪd.əl/
Verb
to twist, move, or fiddle with something, typically out of nervousness or boredom
Example:
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She sat there twiddling her thumbs while waiting for the results.
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He twiddled the knob on the radio to find a better signal.
Noun
an act of twisting or moving something lightly
Example:
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Give the dial a little twiddle to see if it works.
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With a quick twiddle of his fingers, the coin disappeared.