ruler

UK
/ˈruːlə/
US
/ˈruːlər/

Translations

rulernoun
rulers
pl
UK
/ˈruːlə/
US
/ˈruːlər/
I used a ruler to draw straight lines.
Я использовал линейку, чтобы нарисовать прямые линии.
The ruler of the kingdom was known for his wisdom.
Правитель королевства был известен своей мудростью.
Additional translations
правительницао женщине-правителе
властителькнижн., высок.
монархо верховном правителе; книжн.
ruleradjective
UK
/ˈruː.lə/
US
/ˈruː.lɚ/
Used attributively before another noun to denote association with a ruler (measuring instrument) or a person who rules.
линеечныйо разметке и делениях линейки; спец.
She preferred the ruler markings for quick measurements.
Она предпочитала линеечную разметку для быстрых измерений.
Additional translations
монаршийо монархе; книжн.

Definitions

rulernoun
A person who governs or leads a country or region, often with supreme authority.
The ruler of the kingdom was known for his wisdom and fairness.
A straight-edged strip, typically marked at regular intervals, used for measuring or drawing straight lines.
She used a ruler to draw a perfect line across the paper.
ruleradjective
Relating to or characteristic of a ruler (measuring instrument) or of a person who rules, used before another noun.
She preferred the ruler markings for quick measurements.