Definition

To form bubbles or to make a gurgling sound as a liquid moves; to show excitement or energy.

Example

The children were bubbling with joy as they played in the park.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just love how the soda bubbles when you open it!

Me too! It always reminds me of summer days.

Yeah, it's like the excitement just bubbles up instantly.

Exactly! Nothing beats a cold drink on a hot day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A round pocket of air or gas that forms in a liquid, or a protective area that isolates something.

Example

The children watched the bubbles float up into the sky.

Conversation

Look at those kids playing with the bubble machine!

I know, it looks like so much fun to chase them around.

I wish I could jump into a bubble and float away for a while.

Definition

To make bubbles appear in a liquid or substance.

Example

She decided to bubble the mixture to create a fun drink for the party.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to bubble your own drinks at home?

No, I haven't! That sounds interesting, though.

It's really fun, especially when you bubble fruit juices.

Root Explanation

The word 'bubble' originates from Middle English 'boble', which is a frequentative form of 'bob', meaning to swell or move in a rounded shape. The term describes the characteristic shape and behavior of bubbles as they form and rise in a liquid.

Memory Tip

Imagine a round shape that swells and moves in water — that's what a bubble is, reflecting its origin in the word 'bob'.

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