Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rustle
verb
/ˈrʌs.əl/
Definition
To make a soft, muffled crackling sound, often associated with moving leaves or papers.
Examples
- The leaves rustle in the breeze, creating a peaceful sound.
- She rustled the papers on her desk, looking for the report.
- As the deer approached, I could hear the rustle of their hooves on the dry leaves.
Meaning
Rustle refers to the sound produced when something moves gently, such as leaves in the wind or paper being handled.
Synonyms
- whisper
- crackle
- flutter
