Definition of Rue
Rue
Rue
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(noun)
A feeling of regret or remorse for a past action.
e.g. She felt rue about quitting her job without having another one lined up.
(noun)
in old usage, a feeling of regret or sorrow, or a feeling of pity and compassion;
e.g. She was weighed down by the rue of not saying goodbye to him.
(noun)
an evergreen shrub of European origin, characterized by lobed leaves that have a strong bitter scent and are used as herbs for medicinal purposes;
e.g. She brewed an extract of rue and other herbs.
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