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Ruffling

verb
Word Frequency: 0.2

Definitions

1.verbTo make a ruffle in; to curl or flute, as an edge of fabric.
"Ruffle the end of the cuff."
2.verbTo disturb; especially, to cause to flutter.
"Her sudden volley of insults ruffled his composure."
3.verbTo grow rough, boisterous, or turbulent.
4.verbTo become disordered; to play loosely; to flutter.
5.verbTo be rough; to jar; to be in contention; hence, to put on airs; to swagger.
6.verbTo make into a ruff; to draw or contract into puckers, plaits, or folds; to wrinkle.
7.verbTo erect in a ruff, as feathers.
8.verbTo beat with the ruff or ruffle, as a drum.
9.verbTo throw together in a disorderly manner.
10.nounThe action of the verb ruffle

Synonyms

frillfurbelowchokerpleatrufffluffprancerippleundulateflouncerumpleflick

Rhymes With

pifflingshufflingsnufflingwhifflingmufflingscufflingreshufflingriffling
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