regle
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of regle
1895–1900; < French règle straightedge, rule (< Latin regula )
Example Sentences
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Every thing was en regle, and Wallace soon got through with the clearance, manifest, &c.
From Jack Tier by Cooper, James Fenimore
And what if I try your ideal With something, if not quite so fair, at least more en regle and real?
From Complete Poetical Works by Harte, Bret
Passports are examined by the police, and if en regle, the owners are not likely to be troubled.
From Overland through Asia; Pictures of Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar Life by Knox, Thomas Wallace
Therefore it seemed en regle to take a prisoner.
From Joy in the Morning by Andrews, Mary Raymond Shipman
"C'est tout èn regle?" said Didon in a whisper as he returned to the hall.
From The Way We Live Now by Trollope, Anthony
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