Definition of "reef"
- adjective
Scabby; scurvy.
- noun
The itch; any eruptive skin disorder.
Dandruff.
A chain or range of rocks, sand, or coral lying at or near the surface of the water.
A large vein of auriferous quartz; hence, any body of rock yielding valuable ore.
A portion of a sail rolled and tied down to lessen the area exposed in a high wind.
A reef knot.
- verb
To take in part of a sail in order to adapt the size of the sail to the force of the wind.
To pull or yank strongly.
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