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☆ rube (ro̵̅o̅b)
noun
Slang a person from a rural region who lacks polish and sophistication; rustic
Etymology: < Rube, nickname of Reuben
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rube Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
- American: First, you need to identify your American rubes.
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