Rattles: meaning, definitions and examples

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rattles

[ ˈrætəlz ]

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sound

A rapid succession of short, sharp sounds.

Synonyms

clack, clatter, clink, rattle

Examples of usage

The rattles of a snake
The rattles of a baby's toy
The rattles of a percussion instrument

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baby toy

A type of toy that makes a noise when shaken, typically with small loose pieces inside.

Synonyms

baby toy, noisemaker

Examples of usage

The baby was entertained by the rattles
She bought a colorful rattle for her niece

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shake

To make short, sharp, knocking sounds.

Synonyms

clang, clatter, clink

Examples of usage

The wind rattled the windows
The old car rattled as it drove down the road

Translations

Translations of the word "rattles" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chocalhos

🇮🇳 खड़खड़ाहट

🇩🇪 Rasseln

🇮🇩 kerincingan

🇺🇦 брязкальця

🇵🇱 grzechotki

🇯🇵 ガラガラ

🇫🇷 hochets

🇪🇸 sonajas

🇹🇷 çıngıraklar

🇰🇷 딸랑이

🇸🇦 خشخيشات

🇨🇿 chrastítka

🇸🇰 hrkálky

🇨🇳 拨浪鼓

🇸🇮 ropotuljice

🇮🇸 hringlar

🇰🇿 сылдырмақтар

🇬🇪 ხიხინი

🇦🇿 çınqırov

🇲🇽 sonajas

Word origin

The word 'rattles' originated from the Middle English word 'ratelen', which meant to rattle or make a rattling noise. It is believed to have been derived from the Old Norse word 'hratl' meaning a rattle or a clatter. Over time, the word evolved to refer to both the sound produced and objects that create a rattling noise. The association with baby toys and the shaking motion also contributed to its modern usage.