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August 12, 2020 Word of the Day

rake /ˈreɪk/ noun
rake
/ˈreɪk/
noun

plural rakes

A rake on a pile of leaves
A rake on a pile of leaves
Definition of RAKE

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: a tool that has a series of metal, wooden, or plastic pieces at the end of a long handle and that is used to gather leaves, break apart soil, make ground smooth, etc.

  • a leaf rake

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