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[ˈrʌfl], (Verb)
Definitions:
- disorder or disarrange (someone's hair), typically by running one's hands through it
(e.g: he ruffled her hair affectionately)
Phrases:
- ruffle someone's feathers
Origin
:
Middle English (as a verb): of unknown origin. Current noun senses date from the mid 17th century
[ˈrʌfl], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a strip of lace or other material, gathered along one edge to make an ornamental frill on a garment or other piece of fabric
- a vibrating drumbeat
Phrases:
- ruffle someone's feathers
Origin
:
Middle English (as a verb): of unknown origin. Current noun senses date from the mid 17th century
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