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Vocabulary Entry
reed
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A tall, slender, grass-like plant that grows in wet areas.
Example Sentences
"The reeds swayed gently in the breeze by the lake."
"Birds often build nests among the reeds."
"We walked along the riverbank, surrounded by lush green reeds."
V
verb
To scrape or scratch something lightly; often refers to producing sound by blowing through a reed instrument.
Example Sentences
"He plans to reed the bamboo flute to create a sweet melody."
"The musician deftly reeded the clarinet before the performance."
"You need to reed the mouthpiece for clearer tones."