English Explanatory Dictionary

Lesbian rule

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A flexible leaden mason's rule that can be bent around the curves of a molding, and thus used to measure or reproduce irregular curves.
  2. A flexible principle, one which may be bent to accommodate or fit different circumstances.
noun
  1. Alternative letter-case form of Lesbian rule.

Word forms

Lesbian rule Lesbian rules

Etymology

The rules were originally made from pliable lead found on Lesbos.

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