English dictionary
ripple
/'r/I/p/@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a small wave on the surface of a liquid
Source: WordNet 3.0
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(electronics) an oscillation of small amplitude imposed on top of a steady value
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An implement, with teeth like those of a comb, for removing the seeds and seed vessels from flax, broom corn, etc.
Source: webster1913
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The fretting or dimpling of the surface, as of running water; little curling waves.
Source: webster1913
verb
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stir up (water) so as to form ripples
Source: WordNet 3.0
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flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To remove the seeds from (the stalks of flax, etc.), by means of a ripple.
Source: webster1913
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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.
Source: webster1913
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To fret or dimple, as the surface of running water; to cover with small waves or undulations; as, the breeze <i>rippled</i> the lake.
Source: webster1913