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rod
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- pronunciation:
- rad
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A rod is a straight, thin stick or bar. Rods are usually made of metal or wood.
The curtains for the living room windows hang on a metal rod.- synonyms:
- baton, staff, wand
- similar words:
- bar, pole
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| definition 2: |
A rod is something people sometimes use for fishing. It is also called a "fishing rod." It is a long pole with a line attached to it.
Jackie was excited to use her own rod to catch fish in the lake.
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| related words: |
baton, bolt, cane, post |
| derivation: |
rodlike (adj.) |
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