Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rootle
verb
/ˈruːtəl/
Definition
To engage in searching or rummaging, especially in a playful or enthusiastic manner.
Examples
- The dog began to rootle in the garden, hoping to find buried treasures.
- They decided to rootle through the old boxes in the attic, looking for forgotten memories.
- Children often rootle around in the sand at the beach, searching for seashells.
Meaning
Rootle suggests the act of foraging or digging around in a somewhat carefree or light-hearted way, often associated with animals searching for food.
Synonyms
- rummage
- forage
- dig
- search
- scavenge
