rattly en · ADJ
Etymology
From rattle + -y. Compare rattling.
Meanings
-
That rattles.
a rattly air conditioner
- Resembling the sound of a rattle.
- Of a vehicle, that shakes when being driven.
- Of the lungs, chest, etc., producing raspy or gurgling sound due to excess mucus.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| rattliest | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| rattlier | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |