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ruby

The correct spelling is ruby.

How to pronounce ruby

[ˈɹuːbi]
noun

IPA: [ˈɹuːbi]

Say it like: Rub-ee

The correct spelling is ruby. A clear, deep, red variety of corundum, valued as a precious stone.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A clear, deep, red variety of corundum, valued as a precious stone.
  2. 2.A red spinel.
  3. 3.A deep red colour.
  4. 4.The tincture red or gules.
  5. 5.The size of type between pearl and nonpareil, standardized as 5½-point.

verb

  1. 1.To make red; to redden.

adjective

  1. 1.Of a deep red colour.

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