scribbler

¹ American  

[skrib-ler] / ˈskrɪb lər /

noun

1. a writer whose work has little or no value or importance.

2. a person who scribbles. scribble.

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scribbler ² American  

[skrib-ler] / ˈskrɪb lər /

noun

1. a machine for scribbling scribble wool fibers.

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ˈscribbler British  

/ ˈskrɪblə /

noun

1. derogatory a writer of poetry, novels, journalism, etc

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Etymology

Origin of scribbler¹

First recorded in 1545–55; scribble ¹ + -er ¹

Origin of scribbler²

First recorded in 1675–85; scribble ² + -er ¹

Example Sentences

From the mouths of the French - players, coaches, scribblers and commentators - come eulogies of what Fabien Galthie's Grand Slam seekers are all about.

From BBC

Unlike the average social media scribbler, Lewis transformed anxiety into art.

From Salon

There, you might find other scribblers, with names like Saroyan and Steinbeck, to share a convivial drink nearby; some of Hollywood Boulevard’s many bookshops are open almost as late as the bars.

From Los Angeles Times

Martin grew up into a comic novelist and a prolific periodical scribbler, just like dad.

From New York Times

But Wessex isn’t the only challenge facing the struggling scribbler.

From Washington Post

Related Words

• author
• biographer
• columnist
• correspondent
• critic
• dramatist
• editor
• essayist
• journalist
• novelist
• poet
• reporter
• screenwriter