rum·ble (r m b l)v. rum·bled, rum·bling, rum·bles v.intr. 1. To make a deep, long, rolling sound. 2. To move or proceed with a deep, long, rolling sound. 3. Slang To engage in a gang fight. v.tr. 1. To utter with a deep, long, rolling sound. 2. To polish or mix (metal parts) in a tumbling box. n. 1. A deep, long, rolling sound. 2. A tumbling box. 3. A luggage compartment or servant's seat in the rear of a carriage. 4. Slang a. Pervasive, widespread expression of unrest or dissatisfaction. b. A gang fight. [Middle English romblen, perhaps from Middle Dutch rommelen or from Middle Low German rummeln.] rum bler n.rum bling·ly adv.rum bly adj. |
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