twiddle meaning and definition

TWIDDLE noun

Definition of twiddle (noun)

1. a series of small (usually idle) twists or turns

TWIDDLE verb

Definition of twiddle (verb)

1. turn in a twisting or spinning motion
   • "The leaves swirled in the autumn wind"
   • synonyms: swirl, twirl, whirl
2. manipulate, as in a nervous or unconscious manner
   • "He twiddled his thumbs while waiting for the interview"
   • synonyms: fiddle with