reach
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: reaches · reaching · reached
Sense 1
To extend, stretch, or thrust out (for example a limb or object held in the hand).
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To give to someone by stretching out a limb, especially the hand; to give with the hand; to pass to another person; to hand over.
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
The act of stretching or extending; extension.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
The ability to reach or touch with the person, a limb, or something held or thrown.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “reach” mean?
To extend, stretch, or thrust out (for example a limb or object held in the hand).
Is “reach” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.