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rutted

 

[ rʌtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

road conditions

Rutted describes a surface, typically a road or path, that has deep grooves or channels. This unevenness can make travel difficult and potentially hazardous for vehicles. Rutted surfaces are often formed due to repeated use, heavy rainfall, or inadequate construction. They can affect traction and stability, leading to accidents or vehicle damage.

Synonyms

deformed, furrowed, grooved, track.

Examples of usage

  • The rutted path made it challenging for cyclists.
  • After the storm, the dirt road became increasingly rutted.
  • They avoided driving on the rutted track to protect their car.
  • Farmers often use rutted fields for plowing during the wet season.

Translations

Translations of the word "rutted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com sulcos

🇮🇳 गड्डेदार

🇩🇪 rutschig

🇮🇩 berkerut

🇺🇦 борознистий

🇵🇱 wyboisty

🇯🇵 轍のある

🇫🇷 bosselé

🇪🇸 surcado

🇹🇷 yarık

🇰🇷 고랑이 있는

🇸🇦 مُتَخَرِّج

🇨🇿 rýhovaný

🇸🇰 ryhovaný

🇨🇳 有车辙的

🇸🇮 vdrt

🇮🇸 skorin

🇰🇿 жолақты

🇬🇪 ღრმა

🇦🇿 çuxur

🇲🇽 surcado

Etymology

The word 'rutted' comes from the Old English 'ruttan', meaning to cut or scratch. It is related to the word 'rut', which originally referred to a furrow or track made by the wheels of vehicles over time. The term evolved in the late Middle Ages as transportation improved and roads began to be constructed for heavier traffic. By the 19th century, the adjective 'rutted' became more widely used to describe rough road conditions resulting from wear and tear. The notion of being rutted not only applies to physical surfaces but can also symbolize being trapped in a monotonous situation, reflecting its deep-rooted association with patterns and repeated use. Over time, 'rutted' has maintained its relevance in both everyday conversation and technical descriptions of terrain quality.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,346, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.