Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reap-the-harvest
idiom
/riːp ði ˈhɑːrvɪst/

Definition
To receive the benefits or rewards from something that has been done or invested in over time.

Examples
- After years of hard work, the team was finally able to reap the harvest of their dedication when they won the championship.
- Investing in your education allows you to reap the harvest of knowledge and skills in your career.

Meaning
This phrase suggests that the efforts or work put into a task will eventually yield results.

Synonyms
- reap benefits
- enjoy the fruits
- gather rewards
- harvest the benefits