👉 Piddlingly is a term used in the field of linguistics to describe a particular kind of speech act, specifically one where an utterance is made without any clear intention or purpose behind it. It can be thought of as a form of mimicry or playfulness that involves making small noises or sounds to make others laugh or respond humorously. In this sense, piddlingly refers to the behavior of someone who is trying to lighten up a crowd by making light-hearted comments or jokes