regle
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of regle
1895–1900; < French règle straightedge, rule (< Latin regula )
Example Sentences
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Printed cards of invitation are not en regle, excepting for public occasions.
From Frost's Laws and By-Laws of American Society A condensed but thorough treatise on etiquette and its usages in America, containing plain and reliable directions for deportment in every situation in life. by Frost, Sarah Annie
This deed of gift is en regle, and is undersigned by his grace the Russian ambassador.
From The Daughter of an Empress by Greene, Nathaniel
It would be certainly en regle and Christian-like to do so, she thought, and the next afternoon she presented herself at Mrs. Biggs's door and asked if Miss Smith were able to see any one.
From The Cromptons by Holmes, Mary Jane
"It was very fine and en regle," said Hamilton, "but I like our way better."
From Hugh Wynne, Free Quaker by Mitchell, S. Weir (Silas Weir)
Déclaration Du Roy, Qui regle la manière dont la Compagnie des Indes fera l'exploitation de la vente exclusive du caffé.
From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)
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