What does REEDE mean?

reede Parts of Speech

noun

Definitions

1. A long, slender, flexible stem or stalk of a plant, especially a grass or reed.

2. A musical instrument made from a reed, such as a clarinet or saxophone.

Pronunciations

US: /riːd/

UK: /riːd/

Origin and Usage

The word "reede" comes from Middle English "rede," which means "a reed or a piece of land covered with reeds." It has been in use since the 14th century.

Reeds are commonly found in wetlands and are used for various purposes, such as making musical instruments, thatching roofs, and weaving baskets. The word "reede" is also used to refer to the stem or stalk of a plant, especially a grass or reed.

Synonyms

stem, stalk, shoot, cane, shaft, stick

Related Words

grass, flute, oboes, pipes, saxos

Example Sentences

1. The wetland was filled with tall reeds swaying in the breeze.

2. The musician played a beautiful melody on his reed instrument.

3. The farmer used a sharp knife to cut the reede into manageable lengths.