ruin

English

/ˈɹuː.ɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • (countable) The remains of a destroyed or dilapidated construction, such as a house or castle.
  • (uncountable) The state of being a ruin, destroyed or decayed.
  • (uncountable) Something that leads to serious trouble or destruction.
  • (obsolete) A fall or tumble.
  • A change that destroys or defeats something; destruction; overthrow.
  • (uncountable) Complete financial loss; bankruptcy.

Etymology

Derived from Middle English ruyne derived from Old French ruine derived from Latin ruīna (debris, ruins, ruin, overthrow).

Origin

Latin

ruīna

Gloss

debris, ruins, ruin, overthrow

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