What does fiddlestick mean?
Fiddlestick means One of a pair of sticks, similar to drumsticks, used by a second player to percuss the strings of a fiddle while the main player plays via bow..
Fiddlestick
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
One of a pair of sticks, similar to drumsticks, used by a second player to percuss the strings of a fiddle while the main player plays via bow..
Definitions by Sense
- One of a pair of sticks, similar to drumsticks, used by a second player to percuss the strings of a fiddle while the main player plays via bow.
- A bow used to play the fiddle.
- A whit; a jot.
- Dated form of fiddlesticks.
Example Sentences
I don't care a fiddlestick!
"A—a most distinguished visitor has just arrived." "Distinguished fiddlestick!" said Aunt Letty. "There hasn't been a ring at the bell for the last hour."
Synonyms for fiddlestick
Antonyms for fiddlestick
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Word Forms
- fiddlesticks
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for fiddlestick?
Common synonyms include fiddlebow, violin bow.
What is the opposite of fiddlestick?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use fiddlestick in a sentence?
I don't care a fiddlestick!
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