English to English Dictionary

Rural outpost

A small, remote settlement or military post located far away from cities and towns in the countryside.

Ruralite

A person who lives in a rural area or is associated with rural life.

Rurality

The quality or state of being rural; the characteristics or features of rural areas.

Ruse

An action intended to deceive someone; a trick.

Rush

A sudden quick movement or a period of intense activity.

Rush Hour

A period of time during the day when traffic congestion is at its highest due to a large number of people traveling to or from work.

Russian Doll

A set of wooden dolls of decreasing size, each one fitting inside the next.

Russian Roulette

A dangerous game of chance in which a player loads a single bullet into a revolver, spins the cylinder, places the muzzle against their head, and pulls the trigger.

Rust-Belt

A region in the northeastern and midwestern United States characterized by declining industry, particularly manufacturing.

Rustic Charm

A quality of simplicity and naturalness associated with rural life.

Rustle

To make a soft, muffled crackling sound.

Rustling

A soft, muffled sound made by the movement of leaves, paper, or other materials.