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padiddle
What does padiddle mean?
A car with a burnt-out headlight; also the game where you shout 'padiddle' and touch the ceiling when you see one.
"Padiddle! I win, that truck's got one light out."
Origin
Midwest and rural car-game folklore, especially Iowa.
Frequently asked questions
What is a padiddle?
It's a car with one burnt-out headlight, and also the name of the road-trip game where you shout 'padiddle' when you spot one.
How do you play padiddle?
When you see a car with a single working headlight, you call out 'padiddle' and touch the ceiling of the car; the first to do it wins that round.
Where is padiddle played?
It's Midwest and rural car-game folklore, especially associated with Iowa, with spelling and rules varying by region.
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