fiddles

noun

Meaning

Any of various bowed string instruments, often a violin when played in any of various traditional styles, as opposed to classical violin.
A kind of dock (Rumex pulcher) with leaves shaped like the musical instrument.
An adjustment intended to cover up a basic flaw.
A fraud; a scam.
On board a ship or boat, a rail or batten around the edge of a table or stove to prevent objects falling off at sea. (Also fiddle rail)
To play aimlessly.
To adjust or manipulate for deception or fraud.
To play traditional tunes on a violin in a non-classical style.
To touch or fidget with something in a restless or nervous way, or tinker with something in an attempt to make minor adjustments or improvements.

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