/ʁyʃ/ or /ʁyʃ/ (French)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of gathered or gathered and pleated trim, especially on a hat or garment, or a French pastry filled with cream or fruit.

“The hat featured a delicate ruche around the edge of the brim.”

2. verb

To gather or gather and pleat fabric, especially for making a ruche.

“The seamstress ruched the fabric to create a beautiful, gathered effect.”