First Known Use: 1674
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1fidget
noun fidg·et \ˈfi-jət\
Definition of FIDGET
1
: uneasiness or restlessness as shown by nervous movements —usually used in plural
2
[2fidget] : one that fidgets
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Origin of FIDGET
irregular from fidge
2fidget
verb
: to make a lot of small movements because you are nervous, bored, etc. : to move or act in a nervous or restless way
Full Definition of FIDGET
intransitive verb
: to move or act restlessly or nervously
transitive verb
: to cause to move or act nervously
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First Known Use of FIDGET
1754
FIDGETS Defined for Kids
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verb fidg·et \ˈfi-jət\
fidg·et·edfidg·et·ing
Definition of FIDGET for Kids
: to move in a restless or nervous way
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