reed

B2
Pronunciation
/ɹiːd/
Noun
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

Any of various types of tall stiff perennial grass-like plants growing together in groups near water.

2 Definition

The hollow stem of these plants.

3 Definition

Part of the mouthpiece of certain woodwind instruments, comprising a thin piece of wood or metal which shakes very quickly to produce sound when a musician blows over it.

4 Definition

A musical instrument such as the clarinet or oboe, which produces sound when a musician blows on the reed.

5 Definition

A comb-like part of a beater for beating the weft when weaving.

6 Definition

A piece of whalebone or similar for stiffening the skirt or waist of a woman's dress.

7 Definition

Reeding.

8 Definition

A tube containing the train of powder for igniting the charge in blasting.

9 Definition

Straw prepared for thatching a roof.

10 Definition

A missile weapon.

11 Definition

A measuring rod.

12 Definition

The fourth stomach of a ruminant; rennet.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To thatch.

2 Definition

To mill or mint with reeding.

3 Definition

To become extremely excited; fly into a rage.

4 Definition

To drive into a state of excitement; fire with enthusiasm.

5 Definition

To riddle; to sift; to separate or throw off.