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Meaning of ruddy

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

ruddy

Pronunciation:/ˈɹʌdi//ˈɹʌdi/

noun

Definitions

  1. A ruddy duck.

  2. A ruddy ground dove.

verb

Definitions

  1. To make reddish in colour.

    Example: The sunset ruddied our faces.

adjective

Definitions

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

  2. A mild intensifier, expressing irritation.

adverb

Definitions

  1. A mild intensifier, expressing irritation.