Rimple

Pronunciation: /ˈrɪmpəl/

Definitions of rimple

noun a small wrinkle or fold in fabric or skin

Example Sentences

A1 The rimple in her dress added a touch of elegance to her outfit.

A2 I noticed a small rimple in the fabric of the tablecloth.

B1 The painter carefully smoothed out any rimples in the canvas before starting his artwork.

B2 The tailor expertly removed the rimple from the hem of the dress, leaving it perfectly smooth.

C1 The meticulous craftsmanship of the rug showed not a single rimple in its intricate design.

C2 The silk scarf had a subtle rimple that added a unique texture to the fabric.

Examples of rimple in a Sentence

formal The delicate fabric of the dress had a slight rimple along the hem.

informal I love how the rimple in this fabric adds texture to the design.

slang Check out the cool rimple on this shirt, it gives it a unique look.

figurative His words caused a rimple in the peaceful atmosphere of the room.

Grammatical Forms of rimple

• past tense: rimpled
• plural: rimples
• comparative: more rimple
• superlative: most rimple
• present tense: rimple
• future tense: will rimple
• perfect tense: have rimpled
• continuous tense: is rimpling
• singular: rimple
• positive degree: rimple
• infinitive: to rumple
• gerund: rimpling
• participle: rimpled

Origin and Evolution of rimple

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'rimple' is believed to have originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'rymple' meaning to wrinkle or crease.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'rimple' has retained its original meaning of wrinkling or creasing, often used in reference to fabric or skin texture.