ree

/riː/

Definitions

1. noun

a long, slender branch or pole, especially one used as a support or a fishing rod

“The fisherman carefully cast his line into the water, using his trusty ree to hold his rod.”

2. interjection

an expression of joy or excitement, often used to express pleasure or satisfaction

“We all let out a joyful ree when our team scored the winning goal.”

3. verb

to fish or hunt using a ree

“Many people in the village ree for salmon in the nearby river.”

Synonyms

  • line
  • pole
  • rod

Antonyms

  • branch
  • tree