2ripple noun
plural ripples [count] 1 a : a small wave on the surface of a liquid
▪ The pebble made ripples in the pond when I threw it in.
b : a shape or pattern having small waves
▪ ripples of sand 2 : a sound that gradually becomes louder and then quieter — usually + of ▪ ripples of laughter 3 : something that passes or spreads through or over someone or something — usually singular — often + of ▪ A ripple of fear/excitement spread through the room. [=people in the room suddenly felt fear/excitement]
▪ The pebble made ripples in the pond when I threw it in.
b : a shape or pattern having small waves
▪ ripples of sand
