Synonyms for

Reeds

Verb / ri:dz / Another word for reeds — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Tall, slender grasses that grow in wetlands or near bodies of water.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The wind rustled the reeds as we walked through the marsh.
  2. The beaver used the reeds to build its dam.
  3. The heron stood still among the reeds, waiting for a fish to swim by.
  4. The sound of the reeds blowing in the wind was soothing.
  5. The reeds provided a natural shelter for the frogs and turtles in the pond.

Quotes

  • "The reed is a mere weed, but it has the power to enchant." - Tagore
  • "A reed before the wind lives on, while might oaks do fall." - William Shakespeare
  • "The tree that is beside the running water is fresher and gives more fruit." - Saint Teresa of Avila

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