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/ˈɹɪp(ə)l/ · rip·ple
noun
- A moving disturbance, or undulation, in the surface of a fluid. I dropped a small stone into the pond and watched the ripples spread.
- A sound similar to that of undulating water. The soothing sound of the ripples on the shore was calming.
- A style of ice cream in which flavors have been coarsely blended together. I enjoy fudge ripple ice cream, but I especially like to dig through the carton to get at the ripple part and eat only that.
verb
- To move like the undulating surface of a body of water; to undulate. The wind caused the trees to ripple in the distance.
- To propagate like a moving wave. The news of the sale rippled through the community.
- To make a sound as of water running gently over a rough bottom, or the breaking of ripples on the shore. The brook rippled over the smooth rocks, creating a soothing melody.
Did you know? The term 'ripple effect' is often used to describe the way in which a small action or event can have a significant impact on a larger system or community.