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reefed

/riːft/

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verb

To take in part of a sail in order to adapt the size of the sail to the force of the wind.

Examples :

"The sailor reefed the sail because the wind was getting too strong. "

nautical sailing technical

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verb

To pull or yank strongly, especially in relation to horse riding.

Examples :

"The experienced rider reefed the reins sharply, slowing the horse before it reached the fence. "

animal sport action

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verb

(of paddles) To move the floats of a paddle wheel toward its center so that they will not dip so deeply.

Examples :

"Reef the paddles."

nautical sailing vehicle