Dabbled

/ˈdæbəld/ verb

Took part in an activity in a casual or amateur way without serious commitment; paddled lightly in water.

From Middle Dutch dabbelen meaning 'to pinch or hit lightly.' Originally described water movement, but evolved to mean casual engagement with activities around 1600s.

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