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ruynous

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Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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

Pronunciation

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

Adjective

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ruynous (plural and weak singular ruynouse)

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

Descendants

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  • English: ruinous

References

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