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Definition rule in American English

rule verb

verb
/rul/
Example

At that time, the Emperor ruled over most of Europe and North Africa.

Example

Spain ruled Cuba for nearly four centuries.

Synonyms and related words
abdicate accede accession
2

to make and announce a decision, usually about a legal matter

Example

The police have ruled the death a homicide.

Example

The court still has not ruled on the Swift case.

Example

A federal judge ruled that the city must make all their financial records public.

3

to influence someone's thoughts or actions

Example

Money and music rule Charlie's world.

Example

We must not allow ourselves to be ruled by sentiment in this matter.

Synonyms and related words
influence motivate condition
4

to be more important or successful than anyone or anything else

Example

In the world of fashion, Dior ruled supreme.

5

to draw a straight line, usually with a ruler

Synonyms and related words
mark out draw mark
Definition rule in American English

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