ruth

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Noun 1.3.1 Related terms

[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From rue +‎ -th. Compare Icelandic hrygð.

[edit] Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɹuːθ/

[edit] Noun

ruth (uncountable)

1. (archaic) A feeling of pity, compassion.
2. (archaic) Remorse, misery, distress.

• For examples of the usage of this term see the citations page.

[edit] Related terms

• ruthless