intj

fiddlesticks

FIHDL-stihks

Fiddlesticks (intj) means an old-fashioned exclamation of dismissal, meaning "nonsense.". Example: “Fiddlesticks!" she said. "That excuse won't fool anyone.”

intj

An old-fashioned exclamation of dismissal, meaning "nonsense."

""Fiddlesticks!" she said. "That excuse won't fool anyone.""

How to use fiddlesticks

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old-fashioned way to say "nonsense" or express mild annoyance.

When to use it

Quaint and mostly humorous or old-fashioned in tone today.

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Etymology

From fiddlestick, originally meaning a violin bow, later used as a dismissive exclamation from around 1600.

· First attested 1600

Class of 1600 fiddlesticks joined the language around 1600.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fiddlesticks” mean?

The word “fiddlesticks” means an old-fashioned exclamation of dismissal, meaning "nonsense.". In plain terms, an old-fashioned way to say "nonsense" or express mild annoyance.

How do you pronounce “fiddlesticks”?

“Fiddlesticks” is pronounced FIHDL-stihks (/ˈfɪdl̩.stɪks/ in IPA).

How do you use “fiddlesticks” in a sentence?

Here is “fiddlesticks” used in a sentence: “"Fiddlesticks!" she said. "That excuse won't fool anyone.".”

What part of speech is “fiddlesticks”?

“Fiddlesticks” is an intj.

Where does the word “fiddlesticks” come from?

The word “fiddlesticks” dates back to around 1600. From fiddlestick, originally meaning a violin bow, later used as a dismissive exclamation from around 1600.