Words Starting with “R”

The outer edge of something, typically of something circular or more or less circular.

Marked with circular bands or streaks of color; specifically used to describe domestic animals with ring-like markings.

A classic Italian dish of rice cooked in broth to a creamy consistency, typically mixed with butter, cheese, and various meats, vegetables, or seafood.

The systematic process of repairing, preserving, and managing public roads and highways to ensure their structural integrity, safety, and operational efficiency.

A series of presentations or events held in different locations, typically used to promote a product, service, political candidate, or financial offering to potential clients or investors.

A chassis dynamometer with rotating drums embedded in the floor, allowing a stationary motor vehicle to be driven at speed for performance testing, diagnostics, or tuning.

A person with whom one shares a close, affectionate, and mutually committed romantic or intimate relationship.

A man who is considered a passionate, romantic, or amorous lover, often one who pursues women persistently.

Basic, improvised, or lacking in refinement, but sufficient and effective for a particular purpose.

A decisive and disorderly defeat; the state of being overthrown and forced to retreat in confusion.

A person who supports a monarch or the principle of monarchical government, especially during a time of revolution or civil war.

The first principles or fundamental elements of a subject or skill; a basic or elementary stage of development.

A team game played with an oval ball that may be kicked or carried, and where handling and tackling are key components, existing primarily in two main codes: rugby union and rugby league.

A straight strip of wood, plastic, or metal marked with units of measurement, used for drawing straight lines or measuring lengths.

The act or practice of spreading rumors, gossip, or unverified information, often with the intent to cause mischief or damage reputations.

To move at a speed faster than a walk, never having both or all feet on the ground at the same time.

In a poor or neglected state, often referring to buildings or neighborhoods; also used to describe a person who is tired or slightly unwell.

The basic monetary unit of India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and several other countries, typically issued as a coin or banknote.