Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reed
noun
/riːd/
Definition
A tall, slender, grass-like plant that grows in wet places.
Examples
- The sound of the wind rustling through the reeds was calming.
- Reeds are often used to create natural musical instruments.
- The bird built its nest among the tall reeds by the lake.
Meaning
Reeds are commonly found in marshes, swamps, and near bodies of water, characterized by their hollow stems and feathery flower heads.
Synonyms
- Bulrush
- Rush
- Grass
