Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
noodling
verb
/ˈnuːd.lɪŋ/
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Definition
Noodling refers to the activity of catching fish by hand, often by feeling around underwater for them.
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Examples
- He spent the afternoon noodling for catfish in the river.
- She enjoys noodling her way through different art projects.
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Meaning
It can also imply a casual or spontaneous approach to a task, often applied in a creative context.
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Synonyms
- Fishing (by hand)
- Creative exploration
- Improvisation