nidgeting1
/ˈnɪdʒɪtɪŋ/(also nidgettin', niggeting) English regional (chiefly East Anglian ). Now rare
noun
The action of providing or seeking assistance for a woman in labour.
Origin
Mid 18th century. Origin unknown. Compare later nidget.
nidgeting2
/ˈnɪdʒɪtɪŋ/British. Now historical
noun
The action of working land with a nidget.
Origin
Early 19th century; earliest use found in Annals of Agriculture. From nidget + -ing.