Reef (Noun)
Meaning 1
One of several strips across a sail that can be taken in or rolled up to lessen the area of the sail that is exposed to the wind.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
A submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The scuba divers swam carefully over the coral reef, admiring the colorful fish and sea anemones.
- The ship ran aground on the hidden reef, causing significant damage to its hull.
- The snorkelers floated above the reef, watching as the waves gently lapped against the coral formations.
- The reef was teeming with marine life, including sea turtles and stingrays.
- The fishermen avoided the area near the reef, knowing that the strong currents and shallow water made it a hazardous place to navigate.