rule
|rule|
B1
/ruːl/
principle or control
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rule' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'reule,' where 'regula' meant 'straight stick, bar, or ruler.'
Historical Evolution
'reule' transformed into the Middle English word 'reule,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rule.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a straight stick or bar,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a principle or regulation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a principle or regulation set up by an authority, prescribing or directing action or forbearance.
The school has a strict rule against cheating.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35