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riffle

 

[ หˆrษชf.ษ™l ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

shuffling papers

To riffle means to flip through or shuffle quickly, often used in the context of handling papers or cards. It involves a quick motion to separate items while allowing the viewer to see glimpses of what is being riffled through. This action is commonly seen in card games where a player shuffles their deck, or when someone is quickly looking through a stack of documents.

Synonyms

browse, flick, shuffle

Examples of usage

  • He rifled through the papers on his desk.
  • She rifled through the deck of cards before dealing.
  • The librarian rifled through the index cards to find the information.
Context #2 | Noun

fast movement

As a noun, a riffle refers to a quick or hurried motion or action of flipping or shuffling. This term is often used in gaming and document handling. In the context of cards, it specifically describes the kind of shuffle that mixes the deck efficiently, enhancing the play experience.

Synonyms

mix, shuffle, stir

Examples of usage

  • He did a riffle of the deck before the game.
  • The riffle of papers was heard as she searched for her notes.

Translations

Translations of the word "riffle" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น baralhar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคฟเคฐเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช mischen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengacak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะตะผั–ัˆัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tasowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒ•ใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mรฉlanger

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ barajar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท karฤฑลŸtฤฑrmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ž๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎู„ุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zamรญchat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zamieลกaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆด—็‰Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ meลกati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ blanda

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะฐะปะฐัั‚ั‹ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒ แƒ™แƒ˜แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qarฤฑลŸdฤฑrmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ barajar

Etymology

The word 'riffle' originates from the early 19th century, derived from the verb 'ripple,' which suggested a series of small waves or undulations. The term evolved through the influence of card games, where 'riffle shuffling' became a popular technique to mix playing cards. This technique not only provided a fair way of shuffling but also introduced a certain style to the game. It is interesting to note that the use of 'riffle' in the context of handling documents or papers emphasizes a quick, tight motion similar to a ripple effect. Over time, 'riffle' has expanded in usage, now applying to various contexts beyond card games, including general actions of searching or sifting through materials rapidly.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,009 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.