ruddy
adjective
UK/ˈrʌd.i/
US/ˈrʌd.i/
Definitions of ruddy adjective
Having a healthy reddish color.
His cheeks were ruddy after being out in the freezing weather.
Her complexion was ruddy after a day of outdoor activities.
His cheeks turned ruddy with excitement.
adverb
UK/ˈrʌd.i/
US/ˈrʌd.i/
Definitions of ruddy adverb
- Before noun
Used as a mild expletive to express anger or annoyance.
“Ruddy hell!” he muttered under his breath.
“That ruddy fellow is here again!” she exclaimed.
I forgot my wallet, ruddy hell!