English dictionary
rue
/r/u/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy
Source: WordNet 3.0
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leaves sometimes used for flavoring fruit or claret cup but should be used with great caution: can cause irritation like poison ivy
Source: WordNet 3.0
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sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment
ExamplesTo his rue, the error cost him the game.
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(French) a street or road in France
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A perennial suffrutescent plant (<i>Ruta graveolens</i>), having a strong, heavy odor and a bitter taste; herb of grace. It is used in medicine.
Source: webster1913
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Sorrow; repetance.
Source: webster1913
verb
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feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To lament; to regret extremely; to grieve for or over.
Source: webster1913
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To have compassion.
Source: webster1913