ruler

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

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

verb

To beat with a ruler (as a traditional school punishment).

Pronunciation

/ˈɹuːlə/ /ˈɹuː.lə/ [ɹʉwlə] En-uk-ruler-device.ogg /ˈɹuːl.ə/ [ɹʊwlə] En-uk-ruler-person.ogg /ˈɹulɚ/ En-us-ruler.ogg /ˈɾʉləɾ/ /ˈɾɪulə/ /ˈɹʉləɹ/

Word forms

ruler rulers rulering rulered

Etymology

From Middle English reuler; equivalent to rule + -er.

Synonyms

Related words

caliph generalissimo head of state leader magistrate magnate mogul shogun tycoon grand poobah high muckamuck nabob Eminence Excellency Grace Highness Lordship Majesty Royal Highness Sire boss important person

Derived words

agate ruler architect's ruler coruler co-ruler drafter's ruler home ruler overruler parallel ruler patchwork ruler planet-ruler puppet ruler ruleress rulerless rulership scale ruler sign ruler standard ruler subruler

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