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Pronunciation
IPA|/�ru�dɪm�nt/, SAMPA|/"ru:dIm@nt/
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Noun
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1. A fundamental principle or skill, especially in a field of learning (often in the plural).

#: We learn the rudiments of thermodynamics next week.

1. Something in an undeveloped form (often in the plural)

#: I have the rudiments of an escape plan.

1. biology A body part that no longer has a function
2. music In percussion, one of a selection of basic drum patterns learned as an exercise.

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• 2007-07-19 20:45 - Rodasmith - {{en-noun}}

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