Scribbler
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈskɹɪbələ(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Scribbler is a noun meaning One who scribbles; a hasty or untalented writer or artist.
Meaning
One who scribbles; a hasty or untalented writer or artist.
More Meanings
- (Canada, dated) A ruled notebook or exercise book, especially in grade school.
- (dated) A machine for coarse carding or teasing of wool.
Example Sentences
The scribbler, pinch'd with hunger, writes to dine.
You speak as if Lady Whistledown were to be held in higher regard than Her Majesty the Queen herself. You give far too much credit to some anonymous scribbler.
"That's what I have been talking to you, sir - scientific gibberish! Did you think you could match cunning with me - you with your walnut of a brain? You think you are omnipotent, you infernal scribblers, don't you? That your praise can make a man and your blame can break him?"
Word Forms
- scribblers
Synonyms for scribbler
Depending on context, synonyms include hack, inkslinger, phrasemonger, scrawler, notebook, scribe.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include penman, scribe, scribler, writer, scrivano, scrapper.
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