Harvest Definition & Meaning

harvest
noun
  1. the yield from plants in a single growing season
  2. the consequence of an effort or activity; "they gathered a harvest of examples"; "a harvest of love"
  3. the gathering of a ripened crop
  4. the season for gathering crops
verb
  1. gather, as of natural products; "harvest the grapes"
  2. remove from a culture or a living or dead body, as for the purposes of transplantation; "The Chinese are said to harvest organs from executed criminals"

"Harvest" in song lyrics

See how harvest is used in real songs:

  • "In a city of garbage trying to reap the harvest"
    Aesop Rock — Garbage
  • "And if I plow the fields that don't guarantee plentiful harvest"
    Aesop Rock — Battery
  • "In light of the Lord of harvest"
    The Ambassador — Crown Him

Usage tips for "harvest"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "harvest" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for harvest to find words that pair well.

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