Remove, as a ruler (4)
I believe the answer is:
oust
(Other definitions for oust that I've seen before include "Expel from office or position" , "Give marching orders" , "kick out" , "Drive out, eject from office" , "Send packing" .)
I believe the answer is:
oust
(Other definitions for oust that I've seen before include "Expel from office or position" , "Give marching orders" , "kick out" , "Drive out, eject from office" , "Send packing" .)