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rul·er
 ruler
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- pronunciation:
- ru
l
 r
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a person who rules or leads.
The sultan was a wise ruler.
- similar words:
- lord, master, monarch, power
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| definition 2: |
a tool for measuring the length of something. A ruler is marked off in inches, centimeters, or other units.
- synonyms:
- rule
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| related words: |
king, leader |
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| derivation: |
rulership (n.) |
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