trinkle Meaning & Definition
What Does Trinkle Mean?
Trinkle is a verb that means To trickle; to fall slowly in a series of drops or a small stream. It is also used to mean To tinkle: to make light metallic sounds. As a noun, it means A trickle; a small stream or series of drops.
Quick Facts About Trinkle
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈtɹɪŋkəl// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | trinkles |
| Verb forms | trinkles, trinkling, trinkled |
Trinkle Definition (Verb)
- To trickle; to fall slowly in a series of drops or a small stream.
- To tinkle: to make light metallic sounds.
- (Can we verify this sense?) To play piano, as in "tinkle the ivories."
- To act secretly, or in an underhanded way (to alter someone's opinion, vote, etc); to tamper.
Trinkle as a Noun
- A trickle; a small stream or series of drops.
Synonyms of Trinkle
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Trinkle synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Trinkle
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Trinkle in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
trinkle (third-person singular simple present trinkles, present participle trinkling, simple past and past participle trinkled)
trinkle (plural trinkles)
Words That Rhyme With Trinkle
Origin of Trinkle
Attested since at least the 1500s; possibly an alteration of trickle.
How Do You Say Trinkle?
Trinkle is pronounced //ˈtɹɪŋkəl// and has 1 syllable.
Trinkle: Your Questions Answered
Is trinkle a verb or a noun?
Trinkle is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the plural of trinkle?
The plural of trinkle is trinkles.
What is the past tense of trinkle?
The past tense of trinkle is trinkled. The present participle is trinkling.