ruer/ʁy/
verb · B2 · Frequency 8311
verb
Meanings
to kick with the hind legs
Usually refers to an animal kicking with its hind legs.
to hurl, throw forcefully
Refers to throwing an object forcefully.
to struggle, fight
Refers to making a strong effort to break free or resist.
to mob, jump on
Refers to multiple individuals attacking or surrounding someone or something simultaneously.
Examples
Le cheval rue dès qu'on s'approche de son enclos.
The horse kicks with its hind legs whenever someone approaches its enclosure.
La mule rue contre la porte de l'écurie.
The mule kicks against the stable door with its hind legs.
Méfie-toi de cette jument, elle rue sans prévenir.
Watch out for this mare; it kicks without warning.
Quand on lui impose cette décision, il rue dans les brancards.
When this decision is imposed on him, he fights back.
Grammar note
Ruer is an essential pronominal verb and must be used with a reflexive pronoun.