tweedle

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb sing in modulation
  2. verb play negligently on a musical instrument
  3. verb entice through the use of music

Etymology

said to be imitative, probably influenced by wheedle. Compare teedle, toodle, twiddle

In classic literature

Synonyms

chirp

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