As nouns the difference between ruler and scribble
is that 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 while scribble is careless, hasty writing, doodle or drawing.
As a verb scribble is
to write or draw carelessly and in a hurry.
scribble
English
Verb
(scribbl)
To write or draw carelessly and in a hurry
To doodle
(obsolete) To card or tease (wool) coarsely; to run through a scribbler.
Synonyms
* scrawl
Related terms
* scribe
Noun
(
en noun)
Careless, hasty writing, doodle or drawing
External links
*
*
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
