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1ruling
noun
: an official decision made by a judge, referee, etc.
Full Definition of RULING
: an official or authoritative decision, decree, statement, or interpretation (as by a judge on a point of law)
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First Known Use of RULING
15th century
2ruling
adjective
: having control and power over a country, area, group, etc.
Full Definition of RULING
1
a : exerting power or authority <the ruling party> b : chief, predominating <a ruling passion>
2
: generally prevailing
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First Known Use of RULING
1593
RULING[1] Defined for Kids
ruling
noun rul·ing \ˈrü-liŋ\
Definition of RULING for Kids
: an official decision (as by a judge)
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