Word
Ripple
How many syllables?
2 Syllables
How it's divided?
rip-ple
Definition
- v. - An implement, with teeth like those of a comb, for removing
the seeds and seed vessels from flax, broom corn, etc.
- v. t. - To remove the seeds from (the stalks of flax, etc.), by
means of a ripple.
- v. t. - Hence, to scratch or tear.
- v. i. - To become fretted or dimpled on the surface, as water
when agitated or running over a rough bottom; to be covered with small
waves or undulations, as a field of grain.
- v. i. - To make a sound as of water running gently over a rough
bottom, or the breaking of ripples on the shore.
- v. t. - To fret or dimple, as the surface of running water; to
cover with small waves or undulations; as, the breeze rippled the lake.
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