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Rumbling

RUH-mbuh-lihng

/ˈrʌmbʌlɪŋ/

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Syllable breakdown

rumbling

Dictionary meaning

Continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound.

Examples

  • The rumbling rolling sound of thunder.
  • They heard the rumbling of thunder.

Synonyms: grumbling

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