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reach 1. an open stretch of water, esp on a river 2. Nautical the direction or distance sailed by a vessel on one tack 3. a bar on the rear axle of a vehicle connecting it with some part at the front end reach [rēch] (civil engineering) A portion of a waterway between two locks or gages. (control systems) (engineering) The length of a channel, uniform with respect to discharge, depth, area, and slope. (geography) A continuous, unbroken surface of land or water. Also known as stretch. A bay, estuary, or other arm of the sea extending up into the land. (hydrology) A straight, continuous, or extended part of a river, stream, or restricted waterway. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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