Meaning of the word reaper in English
What does reaper mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
reaper
US /ˈriː.pɚ/
UK /ˈriː.pər/
Noun
1.
a person or machine that harvests crops
Example:
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The farmer hired several reapers to help with the wheat harvest.
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The new mechanical reaper significantly sped up the harvesting process.
2.
a personification of death, typically depicted as a cloaked skeleton carrying a scythe
Example:
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In many cultures, the Grim Reaper is a common symbol of death.
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The figure of the Reaper with his scythe is instantly recognizable.