ruffles
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈrʌfəlz/
Definition
Strips of fabric or lace gathered or pleated to create a decorative wavy edge on clothing or curtains.
Examples
Her favorite blouse featured elegant ruffles that added a touch of vintage charm.
The curtains were trimmed with soft, white ruffles that fluttered in the breeze.
He carefully ironed the ruffles on his daughter's party dress before the event.
How to Use ruffles
- ruffle someone's feathers (idiom)
- To annoy or upset someone. — "His blunt feedback really ruffled her feathers during the meeting."
- ruffle the surface of (collocation)
- To cause ripples or disturbance on a flat area. — "The passing boat ruffled the surface of the calm lake."
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