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Rue

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Definitions for Rue

noun
European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves
Synonyms
herb of grace Ruta graveolens
Examples
  1. an irritant similar to poison ivy
noun
leaves sometimes used for flavoring fruit or claret cup but should be used with great caution: can cause irritation like poison ivy
noun
sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment
Synonyms
Examples
  1. he drank to drown his sorrows
  2. he wrote a note expressing his regret
  3. to his rue, the error cost him the game
noun
(French) a street or road in France
verb
feel remorse for
Synonyms
Examples
  1. feel sorry for
  2. be contrite about

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