ruth

English

/ɹuːθ/

noun
Definitions
  • (archaic) Sorrow for the misery of another; pity, compassion; mercy.
  • (now) Repentance; regret; remorse.
  • (obsolete) Sorrow; misery; distress.
  • (obsolete) Something which causes regret or sorrow; a pitiful sight.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English reuþe suffix from English rue.

Origin

English

rue

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