ripple
10 points
English
6 letters
Common
Commonness #19,897
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
noun
a small wave on the surface of a liquid
verb
stir up (water) so as to form ripples
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/ɹˈɪpʌl/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural ripples
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
More rhymes → · rhymes from CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Crossword clues
- “a small wave on the surface of a liquid” wn-def
- “An implement, with teeth like those of a comb, for removing the seeds and seed vessels from flax, broom corn, etc.” web-def
- “To fret or dimple, as the surface of running water; to cover with small waves or undulations; as, the breeze rippled the lake.” web-def
Anagrams
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