noodle
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Meaning · English
The brain; the head.
Register: informal, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
[W]hat appears to at first glance to be a thinking problem can be a problem with sight or hearing. […] There's nothing wrong with your noodle; it's your sensory equipment that needs a bit of help. Learn to compensate.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “noodle” mean?
The brain; the head.
Is “noodle” formal or informal?
noodle is generally informal, slang.