Meaning of bubbling in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈbəblɪŋ/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   bubbling

   Definitions

   1. emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation

   Examples

   • « bubbling champagne »
   • « foamy (or frothy) beer »

   Synonyms

   • effervescent
2. 2. marked by high spirits or excitement

   Examples

   • « his fertile effervescent mind »
   • « scintillating personality »
   • « sparkling conversation »
   • « a row of sparkly cheerleaders »

   Synonyms

   • lively
3. 3. covered with or resembling small bubbles as from being agitated by beating or heating

   Examples

   • « the bubbling candy mixture »
   • « a cup of foaming cocoa »
   • « frothy milkshakes »
   • « frothy waves »
   • « spumy surf »

   Synonyms

   • agitated