reed
|reed|
B2
/riːd/
slender plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reed' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hreod', where it referred to a type of plant.
Historical Evolution
'hreod' transformed into the Middle English word 'rede', and eventually became the modern English word 'reed'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a type of plant, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a tall, slender-leaved plant of the grass family that grows in water or on marshy ground.
The pond was surrounded by tall reeds.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a thin strip of material that vibrates to produce sound in a musical instrument.
The clarinet uses a single reed to produce sound.
Synonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/05/23 11:26