1. to make or cause to make a rapid series of short, sharp sounds
2. to move with a rattling sound
3. to disturb the composure of; unnerve
Usage: informal

1. a rapid series of short, sharp sounds
2. a baby's toy that makes rattling sounds when shaken
3. the series of horny rings at the end of a rattlesnake's tail

Examples

• The windows rattle when trucks drive by.
• She rattled the keys impatiently.
• The old car rattled down the bumpy road.
• The unexpected question seemed to rattle the speaker.
• We heard the rattle of dishes in the kitchen.
• The baby shook her colorful rattle.
• The rattlesnake's rattle warned us to stay away.
• Don't let criticism rattle your confidence.