[ˈnɪɡl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- cause slight but persistent annoyance, discomfort, or anxiety
(e.g: Doreen wanted to discuss matters that niggled at her mind)


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

[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