Brattle
/ˈbræt.əl/noun
A rapid, clattering sound; a noise made by rattling.
Did you know?The word 'brattle' has ties to the Old English 'brætlian', which conveys not just noise, but a sense of disturbance, hinting at chaotic energies.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
Old English
brætlian
“to make a noise or clatter, indicative of disturbance or chaos.”
Middle English
Middle English
brattilen
“to make a clattering sound, often associated with tumult.”
15th Century
Middle English
brattle
“a rapid noise suggesting agitation or confusion.”
Modern English
English
brattle
“to produce a series of quick, sharp sounds, reflecting a sense of unrest.”