Interfering in other people's affairs or business without being asked or invited to do so.
From Old French 'medler' meaning to mix or meddle, possibly from 'medlee' (a mixture), the word implies unwanted intrusion into mixed-up situations.
Scooby-Doo's villains always say 'meddling kids!'—and it's a perfect example of how 'meddle' specifically means interfering in a way that causes problems, unlike just 'helping' or 'being involved.'
Historically feminized as a character trait, particularly in Victorian literature and domestic contexts. Women's involvement in affairs outside their prescribed sphere was labeled 'meddling' while men's involvement was 'business' or 'strategy.'
Use neutrally to describe unwanted interference regardless of gender. Avoid implying the trait is gendered.
["interference","intrusion","involvement"]
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