rustle

Definitions


[ˈrʌsl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- make a soft, muffled crackling sound like that caused by the movement of dry leaves or paper
(e.g: she came closer, her skirt swaying and rustling)

- round up and steal (cattle, horses, or sheep)
(e.g: a murdered rancher whose cattle were being rustled)

- move or act quickly or energetically; hustle
(e.g: rustle around the kitchen, see what there is)


Phrases:

Origin:
late Middle English (as a verb): imitative; compare with Flemish rijsselen and Dutch ritselen. The noun dates from the mid 18th century


[ˈrʌsl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a soft, muffled crackling sound like that made by the movement of dry leaves or paper
(e.g: there was a rustle in the undergrowth behind her)


Phrases:

Origin:
late Middle English (as a verb): imitative; compare with Flemish rijsselen and Dutch ritselen. The noun dates from the mid 18th century




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