The rising and (esp.) falling of elemental sounds, as of a storm, the sea, etc.

A throbbing sound or sensation.

An imitation of sounds of alternating rhythm.

A succession of two short sharp abrupt sounds differing in tone or force, esp. as of an object being sliced or chopped.

A regular rhythmic musical sound. Also attributive or as adj.

A repetitive sound, such as the repetitive beat of a simple tune.

A regular pulsation; a steady rhythmic pulsating or vibrating sound.

figurative and in extended use. A regular, rhythmical sound resembling a heartbeat; a strong beat or rhythm underlying a piece of music.

A buoyant rhythm. Also attributive. colloquial (originally U.S.).

A rhythmic sequence of light tapping, popping, or splashing sounds.