What does tiddly mean?
Tiddly means (slang) An alcoholic beverage..
Tiddly
/ˈtɪd.li/ · noun
Meaning
(slang) An alcoholic beverage..
Definitions by Sense
- (slang) An alcoholic beverage.
- Somewhat drunk
- (colloquial) tiny; little
- Alternative form of diddly (a trill sound)
Example Sentences
As far as he could tell, except for her evening ‘tiddlies’, two rather hefty drinks taken ‘neat’ without the diluting benefit of water or ice, his mother had very nearly stopped her drinking.
Well, hell, I figured we’d just save that money, get us a few tiddlies at Fat Ernst’s instead.
JC heard him remark, “I need a bit of the tiddly my dear. It’s been a hard day.” Tiddly, hm, must be an English drink?
Jeff wouldn't slow down, not even a tiddly bit.
Synonyms for tiddly
Antonyms for tiddly
Related Words
Word Forms
- tiddlies
- tiddlier
- tiddliest
- more tiddly
- most tiddly
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tiddly?
Common synonyms include bevvy, libation, tipple, tiddled.
What is the opposite of tiddly?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use tiddly in a sentence?
As far as he could tell, except for her evening ‘tiddlies’, two rather hefty drinks taken ‘neat’ without the diluting benefit of water or ice, his mother had very nearly stopped her drinking.
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