reap
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for reap, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To cut and gather a crop, especially grain.
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How to use reap
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Etymology
From Old English rēopan/rīpan ("to reap"), from a Proto-Germanic root meaning to cut or harvest, ultimately from a Proto-Indo-European word for "to snatch."
Full origin of reap →Frequently asked questions
What does “reap” mean?
The word “reap” means to cut and gather a crop, especially grain. In plain terms, literally, to harvest crops; figuratively, to get the results — good or bad — of what you have done.
How do you pronounce “reap”?
“Reap” is pronounced REEP (/ˈɹiːp/ in IPA).
How do you use “reap” in a sentence?
Here is “reap” used in a sentence: “Farmers reap the wheat in late summer.”
What part of speech is “reap”?
“Reap” is a verb.
Where does the word “reap” come from?
The word “reap” comes from Old English. From Old English rēopan/rīpan ("to reap"), from a Proto-Germanic root meaning to cut or harvest, ultimately from a Proto-Indo-European word for "to snatch.".
Is “reap” a common word?
“Reap” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “reap” have?
“Reap” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to cut and gather a crop, especially grain.