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/reɪk/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A garden tool consisting of a large, toothed bar attached to a handle, used for collecting leaves or loosening soil.
She used a rake to gather the fallen leaves in the yard.
A dissolute or immoral man, particularly one who is promiscuous or extravagant.
The character in the novel was portrayed as a charming rake, indulging in a life of luxury and vice.
verb
To gather, collect, or smooth (something) with a rake.
He raked the grass to clear the yard of debris.
To scrape or draw a rake over something.
The dog raked its claws against the dirt, searching for buried treasures.
Etymology
Middle English 'raken', from Old English 'racan' meaning to stretch out.
Common Phrases and Expressions
rake in:
To earn or receive a large amount of money, especially quickly.
rake over the coals:
To scold or reprimand someone harshly.
rake leaves:
To clear away fallen leaves using a rake.
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Slang Meanings
A promiscuous man.
He was a real rake in college, dating everyone.
To rake in money quickly.
He raked in a fortune from his investments.