noodle

[ˈnuːdl]

noodle Definition

  • 1a thin, long strip of pasta or a similar flour paste, eaten with sauce or in soup
  • 2a foolish or silly person

Using noodle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "noodle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I love eating noodles with tomato sauce.

  • Example

    She ordered a bowl of ramen noodles for lunch.

  • Example

    He's such a noodle, always making silly jokes.

  • Example

    Stop being a noodle and take this seriously.

noodle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for noodle

Phrases with noodle

  • to use your brain to think or solve a problem

    Example

    Come on, use your noodle and figure out the answer!

  • a long, cylindrical piece of foam used for swimming or floating in water

    Example

    The kids had fun playing with the pool noodles at the beach.

  • instant noodles

    pre-cooked and dried noodles that are usually sold with a flavor packet, and can be prepared quickly by adding hot water

    Example

    When I'm in a hurry, I usually eat instant noodles for dinner.

Origins of noodle

from German 'nudel', meaning 'noodle'

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Summary: noodle in Brief

A 'noodle' [ˈnuːdl] is a long, thin strip of pasta or flour paste that is often eaten with sauce or in soup. It can also refer to a foolish or silly person, as in 'He's such a noodle.' Phrases like 'use your noodle' mean to use your brain, while 'pool noodle' refers to a foam cylinder used for swimming. 'Instant noodles' are pre-cooked and dried noodles that can be prepared quickly.

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