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Ruddy Common

Ruddy has 7 different meanings across 2 categories:

Adjective · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

A ruddy duck.

Verb
1

To make reddish in colour.

Adjective
1

inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life

"a ruddy complexion"

"Santa's rubicund cheeks"

"a fresh and sanguine complexion"

2

of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies

3

Reddish in color, especially of the face, fire, or sky.

Adverb
1

A mild intensifier, expressing irritation.

Proper Noun
1

A surname​.

Example Sentences
"a ruddy complexion" adjective
"Santa's rubicund cheeks" adjective
"a fresh and sanguine complexion" adjective
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