piddling

Meanings

• Verb

  Acting in a petty, fussy, or annoying manner.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpɪdəlɪŋ/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=88988015"

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Synonyms

piddle , widdle

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with piddling
middling , riddling , splitting

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Variants

List of all variants of piddling that leads to same result
piddling , piddle , piddled , piddles , piddle around , piddled around , piddles around , piddling around , piddle away , piddled away , piddles away , piddling away

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally meant 'to urinate in a small amount or in an inappropriate place'. The modern usage has evolved to mean acting in a petty or annoying manner.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The word 'piddling' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'piddeln', which meant 'to urinate'.

2. The word 'piddling' is often used to describe someone who behaves in a childish or petty manner.

3. In some dialects, the word 'piddle' is still used to refer to the act of urinating.

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How to Memorize "piddling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone acting in a petty or annoying way. Visualize their behavior and mannerisms.

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   - Associate the word 'piddling' with petty or annoying behavior. Think of someone who constantly complains or acts in a fussy manner.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'piddling' with the word 'petty'. This will help you remember the meaning of the word.

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