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ruler.

A (usually rigid), flat, rectangular measuring or drawing device with graduations in units of measurement; a straightedge with markings.

5 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɹuːlə/Received-Pronunciation/ˈɹuː.lə/[ɹʉwlə]/ˈɹuːl.ə/
  1. A (usually rigid), flat, rectangular measuring or drawing device with graduations in units of measurement; a straightedge with markings.

  2. A person who rules or governs; someone or something that exercises dominion or controlling power over others.

Where this word comes from

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

verb/ˈɹuːlə/Received-Pronunciation/ˈɹuː.lə/[ɹʉwlə]/ˈɹuːl.ə/
  1. To beat with a ruler (as a traditional school punishment).

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Where this word comes from

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

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