First Known Use: circa 1866
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doodlebug
noun doo·dle·bug \ˈdü-dəl-ˌbəg\
Definition of DOODLEBUG
1
: the larva of an ant lion; also : any of several other insects
2
: a device (as a divining rod) used in attempting to locate underground gas, water, oil, or ores
3
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Origin of DOODLEBUG
probably from doodle fool + bug
Rhymes with DOODLEBUG
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