Ruttier
//ˈrʌtɪə// adj, noun
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Definitions
Noun
- 1 A chart of a course, especially at sea. obsolete
"These charts probably originated as graphic extensions of simple but accurate descriptions of ports, coasts, and customary routes contained in pilot books (ruttiers)."
- 2 A mounted warrior, or knight obsolete
"He and his troop of Angevine ruttiers had fought like tigers by William’s side, at Hastings[.]"
Adjective
- 1 comparative form of rutty: more rutty comparative, form-of
Example
More examples"These charts probably originated as graphic extensions of simple but accurate descriptions of ports, coasts, and customary routes contained in pilot books (ruttiers)."
Etymology
Etymology 1
From French routier, from route (“a road”). See route.
Etymology 2
From Dutch ruiter, from Middle Dutch ruter, from Old French routier.
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