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Etymology
First attested in 1599. Origin uncertain, but likely from Norw. nigla and/or nugla.

Pronunciation
rhymes|ɪɡəl

Noun
en-noun

1. A minor complaint or problem.
2. obsolete Small, cramped handwriting.

Verb
en-verb|niggl|ing

1. To trifle with; to deceive; to mock.
2. To dwell too much on minor points.
3. To fidget, fiddle, be restless.

vi:niggle
zh:niggle

• 2007-05-25 18:02 - Atelaes - +etymology

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