Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reaping
verb
/ˈriː.pɪŋ/
Definition
The act of cutting and gathering a crop, especially grain, from the fields.
Examples
- Farmers are reaping a bountiful harvest this season.
- After weeks of hard work, we finally started reaping the fruits of our labor.
- She enjoys reaping the benefits of her investments.
Meaning
Reaping refers to the process of harvesting fully grown crops, particularly those that are ready for collection and processing.
Synonyms
- harvesting
- gathering
- collecting
- pulling in
