Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Reefing.
How to pronounce reefing:
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Reefing - as a noun
A rocky region in the southern transvaal in northeastern south africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
randwitwatersrandA submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ridgeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
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
Reefing - as a verb
Lower and bring partially inboard
Example: "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
Example Sentences
"The reefing process was completed successfully."
"He learned the proper technique for reefing the sails."
"The captain gave the order for reefing due to the strong winds."
"The crew members performed the reefing quickly and efficiently."
"During the storm, the sailors were busy reefing the sails."
Word Game Points
Is REEFING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reefing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REEFING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is REEFING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reefing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREEFING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is REEFING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reefing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREEFING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
