quiddle

/ˈkwɪdəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to fiddle or tamper with something, especially in a playful or annoying way

“He quiddled with the engine, trying to fix it on his own.”

2. noun

a fiddling or tampering action

“The mechanic noticed a quiddle in the engine’s wiring.”

3. verb (informal)

to eat or drink, especially in a leisurely or indulgent manner

“She loves to quiddle over a cup of coffee on Sundays.”

Synonyms

  • fiddle
  • meddle
  • mess around

Antonyms

  • fix
  • repair
  • straighten