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Rumble Definition & Meaning

rumble
noun
  1. a loud low dull continuous noise; "they heard the rumbling of thunder"
  2. a servant's seat (or luggage compartment) in the rear of a carriage
  3. a fight between rival gangs of adolescents
verb
  1. make a low noise; "rumbling thunder"
  2. to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds; "he grumbled a rude response"; "Stones grumbled down the cliff"

"Rumble" in song lyrics

See how rumble is used in real songs:

  • "Cause deep in the jungle where the hunters rumble"
    2 Low — The Groove with Mr. Scarface
  • "Im thuggin and ready to rumble"
    504 Boyz f/ Krazy, Mac — Big Toys
  • "My sound wave will ravage and rumble"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled, Karma, Trademarc — Warlords

Usage tips for "rumble"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "rumble" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for rumble to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does rumble mean?
a loud low dull continuous noise; "they heard the rumbling of thunder" a servant's seat (or luggage compartment) in the rear of a carriage a fight between rival gangs of adolescents make a low noise; "rumbling thunder" to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds; "he grumbled a rude response"; "Stones grumbled down the cliff"
What part of speech is rumble?
Rumble is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does rumble have?
Rumble has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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