n.
1.an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
2.a ruined building
3.the process of becoming dilapidated
4.an event that results in destruction
5.failure that results in a loss of position or reputation
6.destruction achieved by wrecking something ruin v.
1.destroy completely
2.destroy or cause to fail
3.reduce to bankruptcy
4.reduce to ruins
5.deprive of virginity
6.fall into ruin
Idiom of the Day
leave (someone) out in the cold
to exclude someone
We made an effort not to leave my friend out in the cold when we were planning the birthday party.