ruyne

Middle English

/ˈriu̯in(ə)/

noun
Definitions
  • Decline, decay, deterioration; loss of greatness.
  • Lack of repair or upkeep; the state of being in disrepair.
  • Lack of wealth or power; the state of being unfortunate.
  • Decay or decline in morality or values; falling into vice.
  • The total destroying or ruination of a settlement or structure.
  • (rare) Something which devastates or ruins.
  • (rare) The remnants or ruins of a destroyed thing or place.
  • (rare) The act of knocking over a tall structure.

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French ruine derived from Latin ruīna (debris, ruins, ruin, overthrow).

Origin

Latin

ruīna

Gloss

debris, ruins, ruin, overthrow

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