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Ruffle (Noun)

Meaning 1

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

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The dress featured a delicate ruffle along the neckline that added a touch of elegance to the overall design.
  • The ruffle on the pillowcase was a nice contrast to the smooth fabric of the rest of the bedding.
  • The vintage blouse had a beautiful ruffle down the front that was intricately stitched with tiny flowers.
  • The little girl's party dress was adorned with a fluffy ruffle at the hem that made her feel like a princess.
  • The designer added a subtle ruffle to the cuff of the sleeve to give the shirt a bit of visual interest.

Synonyms

  • Furbelow
  • Frill
  • Flounce

Hypernyms

  • Adornment

Hyponyms

  • Gauffer
  • Peplum
  • Jabot
  • Goffer

Related Words

  • Ruffle (verb)

Meaning 2

A high tight collar.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Neck Ruff
  • Ruff
  • Choker

Hypernyms

  • Collar
  • Neckband

Hyponyms

  • Fraise

Meaning 3

A noisy fight.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Affray
  • Disturbance
  • Fray

Hypernyms

  • Combat
  • Fighting
  • Fight
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