Rake — synonyms, definition

1. rake (Noun)

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rake (Noun) — A dissolute man in fashionable society.

rake (Noun) — Degree of deviation from a horizontal plane. ex. "the roof had a steep rake"

rake (Noun) — A long-handled tool with a row of teeth at its head; used to move leaves or loosen soil.

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2. rake (Verb)

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rake (Verb) — Move through with or as if with a rake. ex. "She raked her fingers through her hair"

rake (Verb) — Level or smooth with a rake. ex. "rake gravel"

rake (Verb) — Sweep the length of. ex. "The gunfire raked the coast"

rake (Verb) — Examine hastily. ex. "She raked the newspaper headlines while waiting for the taxi"

rake (Verb) — Gather with a rake. ex. "rake leaves"

rake (Verb) — Scrape gently. ex. "rake the skin"

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