Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
doodlebug
noun
/ˈduːdəlˌbʌg/
Definition
A term often referring to a type of insect or a small, playful drawing.
Examples
- As a child, I loved to doodlebug during long meetings, sketching anything that came to mind.
- The doodlebug was a fascinating creature, known for its unique hunting methods.
Meaning
In entomology, a doodlebug is the larval stage of the antlion, known for creating a conical pit to catch prey. In a more informal context, it refers to a casual drawing made while a person’s attention is elsewhere, often mindless and freeform.
Synonyms
- sketch
- scribble
- antlion (when referring to the insect)
