What does rootle mean?
Rootle means (of an animal) to dig into the ground, with the snout..
Rootle
/ˈɹuːtəl/ · verb
Meaning
(of an animal) to dig into the ground, with the snout..
Definitions by Sense
- (of an animal) to dig into the ground, with the snout.
- (of a person) to search for something from a drawer, closet, etc.; to dig out.
Example Sentences
Once, presumably, this quadrangle with its smooth lawns, its massive buildings, and the chapel itself was marsh too, where the grasses waved and the swine rootled.
Removing internal fences allowed the wild Exmoor ponies and Tamworth pigs he introduced to browse and rootle over large distances, their disruptions creating habitats for other animals and plants.
'There's a tin of cocoa in my study somewhere,' Perowne shouted after him. 'Rootle round till you find it, and take it up.'
Bathed and changed, she rootled out Lambie from the bottom of her wardrobe.'
Word Forms
- rootles
- rootling
- rootled
- rookle
Synonyms for rootle
Related Words
When Should You Use Rootle?
Use rootle when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for rootle?
Common synonyms include rout, root.
What is the opposite of rootle?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use rootle in a sentence?
Once, presumably, this quadrangle with its smooth lawns, its massive buildings, and the chapel itself was marsh too, where the grasses waved and the swine rootled.
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