Footle
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfuːtəl/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Footle is a verb meaning To waste time; to trifle.
Meaning
To waste time; to trifle.
More Meanings
- To talk nonsense.
- nonsense; foolishness.
- (archaic, vulgar) To have sex.
Example Sentences
Curtis says that he works like any other journalist: people and ideas grab him; he wastes time on TikTok, which he adores; he footles about in libraries.
Word Forms
- footles
- footling
- footled
Synonyms for footle
Depending on context, synonyms include nonsense, bludge, cabbage, dally, dawdle, diddle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lollygag, lounge, loiter, hang around, lurk, tarry.
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