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A taradiddle is a little fib that's more amusing than harmful. Kids, storytellers, and gossipers all have their share of taradiddles. The word's whimsical sound hints that even deceit can be playful sometimes.
Example: The child told a small taradiddle when asked if he ate the ice cream.
