(n.) A perennial suffrutescent plant (Ruta graveolens), having a
strong, heavy odor and a bitter taste; herb of grace. It is used in
medicine.
(n.) Fig.: Bitterness; disappointment; grief; regret.
(v. t.) To lament; to regret extremely; to grieve for or over.
(v. t.) To cause to grieve; to afflict.
(v. t.) To repent of, and withdraw from, as a bargain; to get
released from.
(v. i.) To have compassion.
(v. i.) To feel sorrow and regret; to repent.
(v. t.) Sorrow; repetance.
