scribbling Meaning & Definition
/ˈskɹɪblɪŋ/
What Does Scribbling Mean?
Scribbling is a noun that means That which has been scribbled, written in a scrawled or careless hand. It can also mean The carding of wool or cotton. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of scribble. As a verb, it means To write or draw carelessly and in a hurry.
Scribbling: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈskɹɪblɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | scrawl |
| Plural | scribblings |
Scribbling Definition (Noun)
- That which has been scribbled, written in a scrawled or careless hand.
- The carding of wool or cotton.
Scribbling as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of scribble
Verb
- To write or draw carelessly and in a hurry
- To doodle
Verb
- To card or tease (wool) coarsely; to run through a scribbler.
Synonyms of Scribbling
Scribbling synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Scribbling
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Scribbling in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
scribbling (countable and uncountable, plural scribblings)
scribbling
Words That Rhyme With Scribbling
Pronouncing Scribbling
You say scribbling as //ˈskɹɪblɪŋ//. It has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Scribbling
Is scribbling a noun or a verb?
Scribbling is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for scribbling?
Close synonyms of scribbling are scrawl. See the full list of scribbling synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of scribbling?
The plural of scribbling is scribblings.