Definition

To gather or collect crops or benefits, often after a period of effort or waiting.

Example

After months of hard work in the garden, we were finally able to reap the fruits of our labor.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you started working on your garden yet?

Not yet, but I'm excited to reap the rewards later this summer.

Yeah, it's so satisfying to see what you can grow yourself.

Absolutely! I can’t wait to reap all those fresh vegetables.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To cut and collect crops from the fields, or to gain something as a result of your actions or efforts.

Example

After working hard all year, the farmers were able to reap a good harvest.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I can't wait to see what we will reap from this garden this summer.

Me too! I hope we get a lot of tomatoes and peppers.

Yeah, if we take good care of it, we should reap a great harvest.

Root Explanation

Reap originates from Old English 'reopan', meaning to gather or harvest. The word describes the act of cutting and collecting crops or grain.

Memory Tip

Think of gathering or collecting crops when you hear 'reap', as it directly relates to the act of harvesting.

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