26984 words

ruddy

3 definitions • 4 examples
1
red:

Examples:

He was ruddy-cheeked from the walk in the cold.
Her face was ruddy and healthy-looking.
2
used to avoid saying bloody to express anger:

Examples:

Ruddy hell!
3
(of a white person’s skin) having a red color, often suggesting good health:

Examples:

a ruddy-cheeked girl

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