take a reef in

动词 v.

英文释义

动词 v.
  1. To reduce the surface area of a sail by folding or rolling part of it, typically to handle stronger winds and maintain stability.

词形变化

takes a reef in present,singular,third-person taking a reef in participle,present took a reef in past taken a reef in participle,past
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