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scribbling


Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of writing or drawing in a messy or illegible way.

  • A disorganized or chaotic collection of writing or drawings.


Synonyms

scrawl
Rhymes
Words rhyming with scribbling
jibbering , scribbling , gibbering , bribbling
Variants
List of all variants of scribbling that leads to same result
scribble , scribbled , scribbles , scribbling
Etymology
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From the Old English 'scriban' meaning 'to write'.


Trivia
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  1. Scribbling is often used as a synonym for doodling or drawing aimlessly.

  2. The term 'scribble' can also be used to describe the sound of writing with a pen or pencil.

  3. In ancient times, scribes were responsible for recording important information and documents, making their skill in writing a valuable asset.


Related Concepts
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  1. doodling: The act of making small drawings or designs, often idly or as a way to relax.

  2. calligraphy: The art of creating beautiful handwriting or lettering.


Culture
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Scribbling has been used in various forms of art and expression, such as doodling, calligraphy, and graffiti. It can also be found in literature, particularly in works that explore the unconscious mind or the creative process.

How to Memorize "scribbling"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the act of writing or drawing in a messy or illegible way.
    - Imagine the chaos and disorder of a scribbled page.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'scribbling' with messiness or chaos.
    - Think of a disorganized collection of writing or drawings.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'SCRIBBLE' to remember the meaning: 'Scribbling is Chaotic, Random, Illegible, but Beautiful, Lively, and Expressive'.


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