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Reaper vs Ruler - What's the difference?

reaper | ruler |

As nouns the difference between reaper and ruler

is that reaper is one who reaps while ruler is a (usually rigid), flat, rectangular measuring or drawing device with graduations in units of measurement; a rule; a straightedge with markings; a measure.

reaper

English

(wikipedia reaper)

Noun

(en noun)
  • One who reaps.
  • A machine used to harvest crops.
  • Reaper Shortened form of "The Grim Reaper", the angel of death.
    • Don't fear the Reaper / We'll be able to fly — Lyrics from "Don't Fear the Reaper" by

    Derived terms

    * the Grim Reaper

    Related terms

    * reap

    ruler

    English

    (ruler)

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A (usually rigid), flat, rectangular measuring or drawing device with graduations in units of measurement; a rule; a straightedge with markings; a measure.
  • A person who rules or governs; a person who exercises dominion or controlling power over others.

    • Usage notes

    In American English, the word "ruler" is often used specifically to refer to such a measuring device that is one foot (12 inches) long. Used in contrast with "yardstick" and "meter stick."

    Synonyms

    * (measuring instrument) rule.

    Hyponyms

    * duke * emperor * Highness * king * queen * grand duke * prince * princess * monarch * tyrant * See also

    External links

    * * * (commonslite) 1000 English basic words