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Definition of tootle

tootle

/ˈtuː.təl/
too · tle
Plural:tootles
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Past Simple:tootled
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Past Participle:tootled
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Present Participle:tootling
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• verb

1

To make a series of short, light sounds on a horn, flute, or whistle.

Example

"The amateur musician sat on the porch and tootled on his recorder all afternoon."

2

British To move or travel in a casual, unhurried, and leisurely way.

Example

"We tootled along the winding country lanes in our vintage convertible."

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• noun

1

An act or sound of continuously or lightly tooting a horn, whistle, or flute.

Example

"A cheerful tootle from the toy train's whistle echoed down the hallway."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 19th century as a frequentative of 'toot' using the suffix '-le', indicating a light or repeated blowing sound.

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