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rule
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- pronunciation:
- rul
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a law or direction that guides behavior or action.
I will play if you teach me the rules of the game.He broke many of the school rules.- similar words:
- law, regulation
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| definition 2: |
what is usual, typical, or normal.
Most children love sweets, but my daughter is an exception to the rule. |
| related words: |
authority, average, command, constitution, custom, law, principle, term, way |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
rules, ruling, ruled |
| definition: |
to have authority over; govern.
The king rules the country.- synonyms:
- govern
- similar words:
- command, control, head, lead
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