2syllables
ruffling
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Definitions ofruffling
1verb
- To make a ruffle in; to curl or flute, as an edge of fabric.
Example: "Ruffle the end of the cuff."
- To disturb; especially, to cause to flutter.
Example: "Her sudden volley of insults ruffled his composure."
- To grow rough, boisterous, or turbulent.
- To become disordered; to play loosely; to flutter.
- To be rough; to jar; to be in contention; hence, to put on airs; to swagger.
- To make into a ruff; to draw or contract into puckers, plaits, or folds; to wrinkle.
- To erect in a ruff, as feathers.
- To beat with the ruff or ruffle, as a drum.
- To throw together in a disorderly manner.
1noun
- The action of the verb ruffle
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