rustle /ˈɹʌsəl/verb 3noun 2forms 4phrases 1 verb3 •To move (something) with a soft crackling sound. •To steal (cattle or other livestock). •To make or obtain in a lively, energetic way. noun2 •A soft crackling sound similar to the movement of dry leaves.He heard the silken rustle of a dressing-gown being drawn on. — 1994 •A movement producing such a sound. formsrustled · rustling · rustles · rustleth Phrases with rustle rustle upTo forage for, or (figuratively) to quickly prepare, something.