Definition of «rake»

A rake is a tool with long handle and teethed or serrated edge, used for gathering leaves, grass clippings, or other debris. It can also refer to an implement with a flat blade attached to a long handle, used for leveling soil or moving materials such as snow or gravel. In addition, the term "rake" is often used in reference to gambling, where it means taking a large sum of money from a game or activity.

Usage examples

I used a rake to gather up fallen leaves in my backyard.
Max borrowed my rake to level the soil in his garden.
The gardener used a rake to even out the gravel in the driveway.
The farmer used a wide-toothed rake to remove weeds from their fields.
Dad asked me to rake the pine needles in the front yard before the guests arrived.
The landscapers used a rake to create neat patterns in the freshly mowed grass.
Before planting new grass seeds, it is important to rake the soil to create a suitable bed.
The maintenance crew used a power rake to remove thatch buildup from the lawn.
Sarah's job at the golf course was to rake the bunkers to keep them in good condition.

Phrases with «rake»

Sentences with «rake»

For its race centric nature, the Project 7 gets a steeply raked windshield with a flared design at the back of the driver side. (motorbeam.com)
The R3 / F3 method forex trading strategy is a continuation price action pattern that can be used to gauge if the swing / trend will be continuing in the same direction, thus offering traders increased chance of raking in more profits. (dolphintrader.com)
Of course, it has the sharp body lines that you would expect from a sports car and the steeply raked roof in the rear, but it has four doors that are somehow proportioned just right despite the rear door being a bit smaller. (topspeed.com)
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Definition of «rake»

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