twiddle

noun

  1. 1

    a series of small (usually idle) twists or turns

verb

  1. 1

    manipulate, as in a nervous or unconscious manner

    He twiddled his thumbs while waiting for the interview

  2. 2

    turn in a twisting or spinning motion

    The leaves swirled in the autumn wind

Synonyms

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