Riffle/ˈrɪfl/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Quick Search Use 'riffle' for indicating a fast, non-thorough search within pages or documents. She riffled through her notebook for the homework answers. Pro Tip 2/3Brief Action 'Riffle' implies the action is done quickly and does not last long. During the meeting, he just riffled through his notes. Pro Tip 3/3Physical Movement 'Riffle' often involves physical motion, like flipping pages or shuffling cards with hands. The dealer riffled the deck before dealing cards.