rustle
|rus-tle|
B2
/ˈrʌsəl/
soft crackling sound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rustle' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'rustlen,' where 'rustle' meant 'to make a soft sound.'
Historical Evolution
'rustlen' transformed into the modern English word 'rustle' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make a soft sound,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a soft, muffled crackling sound like that caused by the movement of dry leaves or paper.
There was a rustle in the bushes.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to make a soft, muffled crackling sound like that caused by the movement of dry leaves or paper.
The leaves rustled in the wind.
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Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41