REAPS Meaning and
Definition
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Reaps is the present tense form of the verb "reap," which refers to an act of harvesting or gathering a crop, typically involving cutting and gathering grain or other cultivated plants. It involves the action of removing the matured or ripened part of a plant for food, commercial purposes, or other uses. Reaping is a crucial process in agriculture, as it marks the culmination of a growing season and allows farmers to obtain the fruits of their labor.
In a broader sense, the term "reap" can also be used metaphorically to describe the process of obtaining or receiving the benefits or consequences of one's actions or efforts. In this context, it conveys the idea that one will eventually experience the outcome, whether positive or negative, of their endeavors or decisions.
To reap, as both a literal and metaphorical action, implies a sense of taking or receiving after investing time, energy, or resources. It carries connotations of recompense or reward, particularly related to a person's actions or sowing. However, it is not limited to positive outcomes, as negative consequences can also be reaped.
Overall, "to reap" signifies the act of harvesting or gathering crops and also extends metaphorically to describe the receiving or experiencing of outcomes, whether they are beneficial or detrimental, resulting from one's actions or efforts.
Common Misspellings for REAPS
Etymology of REAPS
The word "reap" originated from the Old English word "repan", which can be traced back to the West Germanic language family. In Old English, "repan" meant "to seize" or "to collect". Over time, it evolved to specifically refer to the act of cutting and gathering a crop, especially when harvesting grain. The word eventually made its way into Middle English and further developed into the modern English term "reap", maintaining its association with harvesting.
Similar spelling words for REAPS
- revise,
- Reeves,
- rebus,
- repko,
- reaves,
- Reves,
- reavis,
- repose,
- revis,
- Revak,
- reface,
- Rebeca,
- Repass,
- repka,
- refuse.
Conjugate verb Reaps
CONDITIONAL
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FUTURE
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FUTURE PERFECT
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PAST
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PAST PERFECT
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PRESENT
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PRESENT PERFECT
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