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