Meaning of the word rut in English

What does rut mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rut

US /rʌt/

UK /rʌt/

a long deep track made by the repeated passage of the wheels of vehicles

Example:

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The heavy trucks left deep ruts in the muddy road.

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Be careful not to get your car stuck in the ruts.

Synonym:

groove furrow track channel gully

a fixed and rather dull or unvarying routine

Example:

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He felt stuck in a daily rut of work and sleep.

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It's time to break out of this rut and try something new.

Synonym:

routine habit groove pattern treadmill

(of a deer or goat) be in a state of sexual excitement during the breeding season

Example:

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The male deer were rutting in the forest, competing for females.

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You can hear the stags rutting from a distance during autumn.

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