fiddly

English

Etymology

fiddle +‎ -y, from the verb.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈfɪdli/

Adjective

fiddly (comparative fiddlier, superlative fiddliest)

  1. Requiring dexterity to operate.
    The buttons on the tiny mobile phone were too fiddly.
  2. Requiring frequent adjustment.
    The fuses are very fiddly, and keep blowing out.

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