What does REEDS mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. A tall, slender-leaved plant of the grass family, which grows in water or on marshy ground.

2. A thin strip of material, typically cane, straw, or similar plant material, used for weaving hats or baskets.

Pronunciations

US: /ridz/

UK: /riːdz/

Origin and Usage

The word "reeds" originated from Middle English, from Old English hreod, of Germanic origin. The word has been used since the 14th century to describe the tall, slender-leaved plants of the grass family that grow in water or marshy ground. "Reeds" are also used as a material for weaving hats or baskets.

Synonyms

1. Cane

2. Straw

3. Grass

Related Words

1. Sedge

2. Rushes

3. Stems

4. Flute

5. Poles

Example Sentences

1. The pond was filled with tall, green reeds.

2. She wove a beautiful basket out of reeds.