ruffling

verb

1
To make a ruffle in; to curl or flute, as an edge of fabric.
“Ruffle the end of the cuff.”
2
To disturb; especially, to cause to flutter.
“Her sudden volley of insults ruffled his composure.”
3
To grow rough, boisterous, or turbulent.
4
To become disordered; to play loosely; to flutter.
5
To be rough; to jar; to be in contention; hence, to put on airs; to swagger.
6
To make into a ruff; to draw or contract into puckers, plaits, or folds; to wrinkle.
7
To erect in a ruff, as feathers.
8
To beat with the ruff or ruffle, as a drum.
9
To throw together in a disorderly manner.

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