16~17세기에 남녀가 착용하던 빳빳하게 풀을 먹인 주름진 옷깃.
A wide, starched, pleated collar worn by men and women in the 16th and 17th centuries.
예문:
"The portrait depicts a wealthy merchant wearing an oversized lace ruff."
"Maintaining the shape of a ruff required constant starching and care."
동물의 목 주위에 둥글게 돋아난 긴 털이나 깃털.
A growth of long or colored hair or feathers around the neck of an animal.
예문:
"The male lion's thick ruff of fur makes it look more intimidating to rivals."
"Some breeds of dogs have a distinct ruff that frames their faces."
수컷이 번식기에 커다란 목도리 모양의 깃털을 갖는 유라시아산 도요새의 일종.
A medium-sized Eurasian wading bird, the male of which has a large collar of feathers during the breeding season.
예문:
"The ruff is known for its elaborate communal mating displays."
"Birdwatchers traveled to the marsh to see the ruff in its breeding plumage."
카드 게임에서 다른 무늬의 카드가 나왔을 때 으뜸패를 내어 잡다.
To play a trump card on a trick led in a different suit.
예문:
"Since he was void in hearts, he was able to ruff the opponent's ace."
"The strategy was to ruff as many losing cards as possible in the dummy."
하나 이상의 짧은 꾸밈음 뒤에 본 타점이 이어지는 드럼의 기본 주법.
A drum rudiment consisting of one or more short grace notes followed by a main stroke.
예문:
"The snare drummer executed a perfect four-stroke ruff during the solo."
"A ruff adds a subtle texture to the rhythm of the military march."