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doodle

 

[ ˈduːdl ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

artistic expression

A doodle is a simple drawing that is often made absentmindedly. It can be a way to pass time or express creativity without much effort.

Synonyms

design, drawing, scribble, sketch

Examples of usage

  • I found a doodle of a flower in the margin of my notebook.
  • She absentmindedly doodled a smiley face during the meeting.
  • The doodle on the napkin captured the essence of the cafe.
  • I like to doodle when I'm on the phone.
Context #2 | Verb

drawing

To doodle means to draw absentmindedly or idly. It is often done while one is preoccupied with other thoughts or tasks.

Synonyms

design, draw, scribble, sketch

Examples of usage

  • She doodled flowers all over her notebook during the lecture.
  • He doodled a cartoon character while talking on the phone.
  • I tend to doodle when I'm brainstorming ideas.
  • The child doodled on the back of the menu.

Translations

Translations of the word "doodle" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rabisco

🇮🇳 डूडल

🇩🇪 Gekritzel

🇮🇩 coretan

🇺🇦 каракуля

🇵🇱 bazgroły

🇯🇵 落書き (らくがき)

🇫🇷 gribouillage

🇪🇸 garabato

🇹🇷 karalama

🇰🇷 낙서

🇸🇦 خربشة

🇨🇿 čmáranice

🇸🇰 čmáranica

🇨🇳 涂鸦

🇸🇮 čečka

🇮🇸 krass

🇰🇿 салбыр сурет

🇬🇪 კაწრული

🇦🇿 qrafika

🇲🇽 garabato

Etymology

The origin of the word 'doodle' can be traced back to the early 17th century, where it was used to refer to a foolish or simple person. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe the simple, absentminded drawings that we know today. Doodling has been a common form of expression and creativity throughout history, with many famous artists and thinkers known to doodle in their spare time.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,051 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.