English

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Etymology

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From scribble +‎ -er.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈskɹɪbələ(ɹ)/, /ˈskɹɪblə(ɹ)/

Noun

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scribbler (plural scribblers)

  1. One who scribbles; a hasty or untalented writer or artist.
    Synonyms: hack, ink-slinger, phrase-monger, scrawler, shmock
  2. (dated) A machine for coarse carding or teasing of wool.
  3. (Canada) A ruled notebook or exercise book, especially in grade school.
    Synonyms: notebook, exercise book

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