Rue (Noun)
Meaning 1
European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy.
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Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 2
Leaves sometimes used for flavoring fruit or claret cup but should be used with great caution: can cause irritation like poison ivy.
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Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Meaning 3
Sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment; "he drank to drown his sorrows"; "he wrote a note expressing his regret"; "to his rue, the error cost him the game".
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Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.
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Meaning 4
(French) a street or road in France.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The charming rue was lined with quaint cafes and shops selling local delicacies in Paris.
- The tourists got lost in the narrow rue of the medieval village, trying to find their way back to the main square.
- The famous rue Cler in Paris is known for its bustling markets and historic buildings.
- I strolled leisurely along the cobblestone rue, admiring the beautiful architecture of the old town.
- The narrow rue led us to a hidden courtyard, where we discovered a beautiful French bistro.