noun

A decorative strip of gathered or pleated material used on clothing or other items.

verb

(Wind or other things) cause (water, cloth, hair, etc.) to ripple, flutter, or become untidy.

Example

noun

1. The baby's dress was adorned with tiny ruffles.
2. The seagulls ruffled their feathers as the storm approached.
3. A light ruffle of applause greeted the speaker.

verb

1. The wind ruffled the surface of the lake.
2. She ruffled her hair playfully.
3. He ruffled through the pages of the book.