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rid

The correct spelling is rid.

How to pronounce rid

/ˈɹɪd/
verb

IPA: /ˈɹɪd/

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The correct spelling is rid. To free (something) from a hindrance or annoyance. For example: "We're trying to rid the world of poverty."

Usage Examples

We're trying to rid the world of poverty.

I’m glad to be rid of that stupid nickname.

The cab rode him downtown.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To free (something) from a hindrance or annoyance.
  2. 2.To banish.
  3. 3.To kill.
  4. 4.To transport oneself by sitting on and directing a horse, later also a bicycle etc.
  5. 5.To be transported in a vehicle; to travel as a passenger.

adjective

  1. 1.Released from an obligation, problem, etc. (usually followed by of).

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