¦ verb
1. make or become disarranged; disrupt the smooth surface of.
(of a bird) erect (its feathers) in anger or display.
2. upset the composure of.
3. [usu. as adjective ruffled] ornament with or gather into a frill.
¦ noun
1. an ornamental gathered frill on a garment.
2. a low continuous drum beat.
Origin
ME: of unknown origin.