Reef Definition
reef
noun
- a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water
- a rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese
- one of several strips across a sail that can be taken in or rolled up to lessen the area of the sail that is exposed to the wind
verb
- lower and bring partially inboard; "reef the sailboat's mast"
- roll up (a portion of a sail) in order to reduce its area
- reduce (a sail) by taking in a reef
"Reef" in song lyrics
See how reef is used in real songs:
-
"From the top of the cloud to the bottom of the reef"
2Mex f/ Awol One — Baby I Ain't Joking -
"Reef!"
Army of the Pharaohs — Swords Drawn -
"On the land, smokin a reefer, underwater smokin a coral reef"
Blackalicious — Rhymes for the Deaf, Dumb and Blind
Words that rhyme with reef
Usage tips for "reef"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reef" 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 reef to find words that pair well.