ruler

About 9.87 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. noun A (usually rigid), flat, rectangular measuring or drawing device with graduations in units of measurement; a straightedge with markings.
2. noun A person who rules or governs; someone or something that exercises dominion or controlling power over others.
3. verb To beat with a ruler (as a traditional school punishment).

Similar words

rule ndp head roi officer leadership boss leader administrator gov

Often followed by

of and in to who is was or over

Word family

rulers rulership rulerships