- Today's Word
Globetrotickle
[gloh-buh-trot-i-kuhl]
Definition
- (verb) This playful term combines “globe-trotting,” signifying the act of traveling around the world, with “tickle,” which represents a light and amusing sensation. It’s used to describe the feeling of excitement and joy that one experiences when traveling to new and exotic destinations.
Example
Imagine finally setting foot in a foreign country you’ve always dreamed of visiting, and the sheer joy and excitement you feel as you explore its culture and attractions. You might say, “My trip to Japan was an absolute Globetrotickle. Every moment was filled with wonder and joy.”
Fun Fact
“Globe-trotting” is the act of traveling around the world, often associated with exploration and adventure, while “tickle” represents a light and amusing sensation that brings joy. “Globetrotickle” creatively combines these concepts to celebrate the joy and excitement of exploring new destinations.
(verb) To obtain something by persuasion, scheming, or clever manipulation.
He managed to wangle an invitation to the exclusive event through a friend of a friend.
Late 19th century: originally printers’ slang, possibly an alteration of “waggle” meaning “to move unsteadily,” suggesting indirect or roundabout methods.