Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [rif-uh l]
- /ˈrɪf əl/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [rif-uh l]
- /ˈrɪf əl/
Definitions of riffling word
- noun riffling a rapid, as in a stream. 1
- noun riffling a ripple, as upon the surface of water. 1
- noun riffling Mining. the lining of transverse bars or slats on the bed of a sluice, arranged so as to catch heavy minerals, as gold or platinum. 1
- noun riffling a hopper for distributing bulk material. 1
- noun riffling the act or method of riffling cards. 1
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Origin of riffling
First appearance:
before 1630 One of the 42% oldest English words
1630-40; blend of ripple1 and ruffle1
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Parts of speech for Riffling
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
riffling popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
riffling usage trend in Literature
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