Definitions

1. verb

to interfere unnecessarily in the affairs of others, often causing trouble

“She tends to meddle in her siblings’ personal lives, which often leads to conflict.”

2. verb

to handle or deal with something in a casual or unskilled way

“He tried to meddle with the engine, but ended up making things worse.”

3. noun

the act of interfering unnecessarily in the affairs of others

“Her meddling in the company’s politics caused her to lose her job.”