Phrase guide

reach down

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To take an item down from a high shelf or the like.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • Just reach me down that volume, would you.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see reach, down.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • She reached down to grap the bottle lying on the floor.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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