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Ripple

RIH-puhl

/ˈrɪpʌl/

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Syllable breakdown

ripple

Dictionary meaning

A small wave on the surface of a liquid.

Examples

  • The engineer worked hard to get rid of the electrical ripple.

Synonyms: riffle

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