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Definition of squiggle

squiggle

/ˈskwɪɡ.əl/
squig · gle
Plural:squiggles
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Adjective:squiggly
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Past Simple:squiggled
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Past Participle:squiggled
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Present Participle:squiggling
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squiggle Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A short, irregular, curly, or wavy line or mark, especially one that is illegible or drawn carelessly.

Example

"The doctor's signature at the bottom of the prescription was little more than a hasty squiggle."

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• verb

1

To draw or write in wavy, irregular, or twisting lines.

Example

"The toddler happily squiggled across the blank paper with a blue crayon."

2

To wriggle, squirm, or move with twisting, sinuous motions.

Example

"The earthworm squiggled back into the damp soil as soon as the stone was lifted."

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• Rhymes for squiggle

• Nearby Words

squid
squidgy
squidlike
squiggle
squiggly
squill
squint

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 19th century, probably as an expressive blend of 'squirm' and 'wriggle'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Squiggle. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/squiggle
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