reedy

/ˈɹiː.di/

ɹIː · di (2 syllables)

English Adj
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Definition

Full of, or edged with, reeds.

Etymology

From Middle English reedy, reedi, reeddy, equivalent to reed + -y.

Example Sentences

  • ""I'd Be Lost Without You" seems somewhat out of place from a vocal viewpoint — Lewis's slightly reedy middle soprano is very expressive and absolutely true, but doesn't have enough dark body to fully deal with the torchy melody."
  • "reedy iron"
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