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Ruler

Ruler Meaning & Definition
Ruler Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Ruler?

[n] measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths
[n] a person who rules or commands; "swayer of the universe"

Synonyms | Synonyms for Ruler: rule | swayer

Related Terms | Find terms related to Ruler:

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Ruler In Webster's Dictionary

\Rul"er\ (r[udd]l"[~e]r), n. 1. One who rules; one who exercises sway or authority; a governor. And he made him ruler over all the land. --Gen. xli. 43. A prince and ruler of the land. --Shak. 2. A straight or curved strip of wood, metal, etc., with a smooth edge, used for guiding a pen or pencil in drawing lines. Cf. {Rule}, n., 7 (a)

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