ruler

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A ruler--a measuring device

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to rule + -er

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Singular
ruler

Plural
rulers

ruler (plural rulers)

  1. A (usually rigid), flat, rectangular measuring or drawing device with graduations in units of measurement; a rule; a straightedge with markings; a measure.
  2. A person who rules or governs; a person who exercises dominion or controlling power over others.

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  • (measuring instrument): rule.

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