Definition of reap

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reap    (rp) KEY  

VERB:
reaped , reap·ing , reaps
VERB:
tr.

1. To cut (grain or pulse) for harvest with a scythe, sickle, or reaper.
2. To harvest (a crop).
3. To harvest a crop from: reaping a field.
4. To obtain as a result of effort: She reaped large profits from her unique invention.

VERB:
intr.

1. To cut or harvest grain or pulse.
2. To obtain a return or reward.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English repen, from Old English rpan

SYNONYMS:
reap , garner , gather , glean , harvest

These verbs mean to collect: reap grain; garner compliments; gathering mushrooms; glean information; harvested rich rewards.

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