Dictionary Check: ruffle

"ruffle" is a valid word!

Scrabble 12 points
Words with Friends 14 points

Definition

noun

a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim

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noun

a high tight collar

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noun

a noisy fight

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verb

stir up (water) so as to form ripples

verb

trouble or vex

Example: "ruffle somebody's composure"
verb

to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others

Example: "He struts around like a rooster in a hen house"

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