r
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noun, often capitalized often attributive \ˈär\ plural r's or rs\ˈärz\
Definition of R
1
a : the 18th letter of the English alphabet b : a graphic representation of this letter c : a speech counterpart of orthographic r
2
: a graphic device for reproducing the letter r
3
: one designated r especially as the 18th in order or class
4
: something shaped like the letter R
Examples of R
- There are two r's in “tomorrow.”
- “River” begins and ends with r.
First Known Use of R
before 12th century
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