Fussle

/ˈfʌsəl/ verb

Definition

A dialectal or archaic variant meaning to fidget, bustle about, or move in a restless, fussy manner.

Etymology

Possibly a variant or related form to 'fuss' or 'fossle', with uncertain etymology; may be dialectal English with roots in agitated movement.

Kelly Says

Dialectal words like 'fussle' remind us that English is incredibly diverse across regions—what one area calls 'fussling' another might call 'fussing' or 'bustling.'

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