Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A grass of the genus Arundo.
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Examples
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“By my crown of lilies, and my sceptre of a specially good water-reed,” said Nectabanus, “your Majesty is mistaken, He is nearer at hand than you wot — he lieth ensconced there behind that canvas partition.”
The Talisman 2008
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The recollection of the forlorn and loveless years -- stirred into consciousness by the unexpected confrontation -- bent her as the high wind bends the water-reed.
The Ragged Edge Harold MacGrath 1901
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` ` By my crown of lilies, and my sceptre of a specially good water-reed, '' said Nectabanus, ` ` your Majesty is mistaken --- he is nearer at hand than you wot --- he lieth ensconced there behind that canvas partition. ''
The Talisman 1894
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