ruler
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English [edit]
Etymology [edit]
Pronunciation [edit]
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audio (US) (file) - (RP) IPA: /ˈɹuːlə(ɹ)/, X-SAMPA: /"r\u:l@(`)/
- (GenAm) IPA: /ˈɹuːlɚ/, X-SAMPA: /"r\u:l@`/
- Rhymes: -uːlə(ɹ)
Noun [edit]
ruler (plural rulers)
- A (usually rigid), flat, rectangular measuring or drawing device with graduations in units of measurement; a rule; a straightedge with markings; a measure.
- A person who rules or governs; a person who exercises dominion or controlling power over others.
Usage notes [edit]
In American English, the word "ruler" is often used specifically to refer to such a measuring device that is one foot (12 inches) long. Used in contrast with "yardstick" and "meter stick."
Synonyms [edit]
- (measuring instrument): rule.
Hyponyms [edit]
- duke
- emperor
- Highness
- king
- queen
- grand duke
- prince
- princess
- monarch
- tyrant
- See also Wikisaurus:ruler
Translations [edit]
measuring or drawing device
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person who rules or governs
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External links [edit]
- ruler in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913
- ruler in The Century Dictionary, The Century Co., New York, 1911
Ruler on Wikimedia Commons. Wikimedia Commons