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Meaning of reed thrush

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

reed

Pronunciation:/ɹiːd/

noun

Definitions

  1. Any of various types of tall stiff perennial grass-like plants growing together in groups near water.

  2. The hollow stem of these plants.

  3. Part of the mouthpiece of certain woodwind instruments, comprising a thin piece of wood or metal which shakes very quickly to produce sound when a musician blows over it.

  4. A musical instrument such as the clarinet or oboe, which produces sound when a musician blows on the reed.