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scribbler

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[ skrib-ler ]
/ ˈskrɪb lər /
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noun

a writer whose work has little or no value or importance.
a person who scribbles.

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Origin of scribbler

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First recorded in 1545–55; scribble1 + -er1

Words nearby scribbler

screwworm fly, screwy, screw you, Scriabin, scribble, scribbler, scribbling block, scribbly gum, scribe, scriber, scrim

Definition for scribbler (2 of 2)

scribbler2
[ skrib-ler ]
/ ˈskrɪb lər /

noun

a machine for scribbling wool fibers.

Origin of scribbler

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First recorded in 1675–85; scribble2 + -er1
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Words related to scribbler

producer, creator, writer, columnist, journalist, composer, poet, reporter, biographer, correspondent, author, critic, novelist, dramatist, editor, essayist, screenwriter, ghost, originator, playwright

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British Dictionary definitions for scribbler

scribbler
/ (ˈskrɪblə) /

noun

derogatory, or facetious a writer of poetry, novels, journalism, etc
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