Trifle Definition & Meaning

trifle
noun
  1. a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate
  2. a detail that is considered insignificant
  3. something of small importance
verb
  1. waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently
  2. act frivolously
  3. consider not very seriously; "He is trifling with her"; "She plays with the thought of moving to Tasmania"

"Trifle" in song lyrics

See how trifle is used in real songs:

  • "you cant be idle you best come trifle"
    Blackalicious — Smithzonian Institute of Rhyme
  • "He told the next man, cause he's livin trifle"
    Chubb Rock + more — The Five Deadly Venoms
  • "Now I'm wired on tour trifle"
    Copywrite f/ Jakki The Motamouth — Nobody

Usage tips for "trifle"

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