Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
twiddle
verb
/ˈtwɪd.əl/
Definition
To move or twist something lightly or aimlessly; often used to describe fiddling with one’s fingers or an object.
Examples
- She twiddled her thumbs while waiting for the meeting to start.
- He couldn’t help but twiddle the pen in his hand during the long lecture.
Meaning
Twiddling can refer to the act of idly turning or manipulating something, or simply wasting time through aimless actions.
Synonyms
- fiddle
- twist
- fidget
- play
- toy
