Rulers: meaning, definitions and examples

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rulers

 

[ หˆruห.lษ™rz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in government

Someone who has control over a country or area, especially in the past

Synonyms

governors, leaders, monarchs

Examples of usage

  • The rulers of the ancient Roman Empire were powerful and influential.
  • The British rulers implemented new policies to improve the economy.
  • The rulers of the kingdom were known for their wisdom and fairness.
Context #2 | Noun

measurement

A strip of wood, plastic, or metal with straight edges that is used for measuring lengths or drawing straight lines

Synonyms

measuring stick, scale, straightedge

Examples of usage

  • The architect used a ruler to draw precise lines on the blueprint.
  • She measured the length of the table using a ruler.
  • The ruler is marked with inches and centimeters for accurate measurements.

Translations

Translations of the word "rulers" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rรฉgua

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคพเคธเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lineale

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penguasa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ะฝั–ะนะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ linijki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฎš่ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรจgles

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ reglas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cetveller

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณุงุทุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pravรญtka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pravรญtka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐบๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ravnila

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ reglustikur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะทา“ั‹ัˆั‚ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ—แƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xษ™tkeลŸlษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ reglas

Etymology

The word 'ruler' originates from the Old French word 'rouleor' meaning 'rolling pin' or 'something rolled'. Over time, it evolved to refer to a person who has control over a country or a measuring instrument with straight edges. The concept of rulers in governance dates back to ancient civilizations where kings and emperors held power. In the context of measurement, rulers have been essential tools for accurate calculations and designs since ancient times.

See also: overrule, rule, ruled, ruler, rules, ruling, unruliness.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,207 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.