Definitions

1. verb

to interfere or intervene in the affairs of others, especially in a way that is not wanted or welcome

“She tried not to meddle in her children’s personal lives, but it was hard to resist offering advice.”

2. verb

to deal with or manage something in a casual or unofficial way

“The company started to meddle in the employees’ benefits and retirement plans, causing concern among the staff.”

3. noun

a small amount of something, especially a liquid, added to something else

“The recipe calls for a meddle of olive oil to be mixed into the sauce.”