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niggle
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[ˈnɪɡl], (Verb)
Definitions:
- cause slight but persistent annoyance, discomfort, or anxiety
(e.g: Doreen wanted to discuss matters that niggled at her mind)
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Origin
:
early 17th century (in the sense ‘do in an ineffectual way’): apparently of Scandinavian origin; compare with Norwegian nigla. Current senses date from the late 18th century
[ˈnɪɡl], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a trivial criticism, discomfort, or annoyance
(e.g: it is an excellent book except for my few niggles)
Phrases:
Origin
:
early 17th century (in the sense ‘do in an ineffectual way’): apparently of Scandinavian origin; compare with Norwegian nigla. Current senses date from the late 18th century
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