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rud·der
 rudder
- pronunciation:
- ruh
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 r
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a movable vertical blade at the rear end of a ship or airplane, used to control direction.
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| definition 2: |
something that similarly controls or guides direction, such as a leader or an ideal.
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| derivation: |
rudderless (adj.) |
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