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Ruttier

//ˈrʌtɪə// adj, noun

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    comparative form of rutty: more rutty comparative, form-of
Noun
  1. 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. 2
    A mounted warrior, or knight obsolete

    "He and his troop of Angevine ruttiers had fought like tigers by William’s side, at Hastings[.]"

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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