Definition of rut
(Entry 1 of 4)
1
: a periodic and often annually recurring state of certain male animals (such as deer or elk) during which behavior associated with the urge to breed is displayed
2
: the period of time during which rut occurs : breeding season
rut
verb (1)
rutted; rutting
Definition of rut (Entry 2 of 4)
: to be in or enter into a state of rut
rut
noun (2)Definition of rut (Entry 3 of 4)
rut
verb (2)
rutted; rutting
Definition of rut (Entry 4 of 4)
: to make a rut in : furrow
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The first known use of rut was in the 15th century
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