reef
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/riːf/
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/riːf/
noun
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A ridge of rocks, sand, or coral just under the sea surface.
The ship carefully navigated around the reef to avoid damage.
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A part of a sail that can be adjusted for wind conditions.
The sailor reefed the sail to prevent the boat from capsizing in the storm.
verb
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To partially roll or tie a sail to reduce its size.
The crew reefed the sails as the wind began to pick up.
translation
A ridge of rocks, sand, or coral just under the sea surface.; A part of a sail that can be adjusted for wind conditions.
To partially roll or tie a sail to reduce its size.
Word Forms
3rd Present
reefs
Past
reefed
Perfect
reefed
Progressive
reefing
Plural
reefs