What is another word for rattles?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈatə͡lz] (IPA)

Rattles are objects that make noise when shaken. Synonyms for rattles include shakers, maracas, chimes, jingles, percussion instruments, noisemakers, tambourines, and clappers. These objects are commonly used in music, especially in genres such as world music, folk music, and children's music. They can also be used in meditation and relaxation practices or as toys for children. Different cultures have their own unique types of rattles, such as the African shekere or the Native American shaker. Rattles can add an interesting and dynamic element to any musical performance or activity.

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Usage examples for Rattles

The vehicle rattles off to the station, where ten, fifteen, or perhaps twenty such converge at the same hour, and then ensues a scene of bustle, chaff, and rough language.
"Hodge and His Masters"
Richard Jefferies
A noisy kingfisher rattles about from tree to stump, like a restless busy-body.
"Ways of Wood Folk"
William J. Long
Drums and rattles started up once more.
"The Princess Pocahontas"
Virginia Watson

Famous quotes with Rattles

  • The dance world is too small in lots of ways - it's too intense, it rattles around itself, and it needs exposing to other ideas.
    Siobhan Davies
  • I used to think it was hard to write, and I still find the process more or less unpleasant, but if I know what I'm doing it rattles along, then the rewrite whips it into shape rather quickly.
    Jonathan Franzen
  • Boswell is pleasant and gay, For frolic by nature designed; He heedlessly rattles away When company is to his mind.
    James Boswell

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