ruynous

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Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old French ruinos, ruineus, from Latin ruīnōsus; equivalent to ruyne +‎ -ous.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /riu̯iˈnuːs/, /ˈriu̯inus/

Adjective

ruynous (plural and weak singular ruynouse)

  1. Ruined; showing signs of deterioration or dilapidation.
  2. (rare) ruinous, catastrophic

Descendants

  • English: ruinous

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