Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
doodle
noun/verb
/ˈduːdəl/
Definition
A doodle is a simple or unconscious drawing made while a person’s attention is otherwise occupied.
Examples
- While on the phone, she started to doodle on the edge of her notebook.
- His doodles in the margins were surprisingly intricate and artistic.
Meaning
Doodling is often a spontaneous and creative act, allowing the person to express their thoughts freely through lines and shapes.
Synonyms
- sketch
- scribble
- draw
- outline