Definition

A person or thing that makes a low, continuous sound, often like a rumble.

Example

The rumbler in the distance signaled the approaching storm.

Conversation

Did you hear that strange noise outside last night?

Yeah, it sounded like a big rumbler was passing by.

I thought it was just my imagination at first.

Nope, it definitely felt like something heavy was moving.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rumbler → The word is formed from "rumble" (of imitative origin, representing a low, heavy sound) and "-er" (meaning a person or thing that performs an action). A rumbler is something or someone that produces a rumbling sound.

Memory Tip

Think of the sound 'rumble' that represents a low, heavy noise, and remember that a 'rumbler' is something that makes that noise.

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