| 单词 | ruffle |
| 释义 | ruffle v. & n. --v 1. tr. disturb the smoothness or tranquillity of. 2. tr. upset the calmness of (a person). 3. tr. gather (lace etc.) into a ruffle. 4. tr. (often foll. by up) (of a bird) erect (its feathers) in anger, display, etc. 5. intr. undergo ruffling. 6. intr. lose smoothness or calmness. --n 1. an ornamental gathered or goffered frill of lace etc. worn at the opening of a garment esp. round the wrist, breast, or neck. 2. perturbation, bustle. 3. a rippling effect on water. 4. the ruff of a bird etc. (see RUFF(1) 2). 5. Mil. a vibrating drum-beat. Etymology: ME: orig. unkn. |
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