reaping

[ˈriːpɪŋ]

reaping Definition

• 1. cutting or gathering a crop or harvest
• 2. receive (a reward or benefit) as a consequence of one's own or other people's actions

Using reaping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reaping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The farmers were reaping the wheat in the fields.

• Example

  He is now reaping the rewards of his hard work.

• Example

  You will reap what you sow.

• Example

  The company is reaping the benefits of its successful marketing campaign.

reaping Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reaping

• harvesting
• gathering
• collecting
• picking

Phrases with reaping

• reap the whirlwind

  suffer the consequences of one's actions, especially if they are considered to be bad or wrong

  Example

  If you cheat on your taxes, you'll eventually reap the whirlwind.

• reap the benefits

  enjoy the good results of something that you have done

  Example

  If you work hard, you will reap the benefits.

• reap what you sow

  experience the results of your own actions, whether they are good or bad

  Example

  If you treat others with kindness, you will reap what you sow.

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Summary: reaping in Brief

'Reaping' [ˈriːpɪŋ] refers to cutting or gathering a crop or harvest. It can also mean receiving a reward or benefit as a consequence of one's own or other people's actions. Examples include 'The farmers were reaping the wheat in the fields.' and 'He is now reaping the rewards of his hard work.' Phrases like 'reap the whirlwind' and 'reap what you sow' express the consequences of one's actions.