Definition of Wriggle
Wriggle
Wrig·gle


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To move with a twisting or turning motion, often in a playful or evasive way.

e.g. The child tried to wriggle free from her mother's tight hug.

(verb)
to avoid or escape something by devious or sneaky means;

e.g. He tried to wriggle out of the knotty legal situation, but his attempt failed.

(noun)
a wriggling or writhing movement;

e.g. The puppy gave a quick wriggle as the water poured on him.



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