rod

[rɒd]

rod Definition

• 1. a thin straight bar, especially of wood or metal
• 2. a fishing rod
• 3. a unit of length equal to 5.5 yards (approximately 5 meters)

Using rod: Examples

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

• Example

  He used a metal rod to stir the paint.

• Example

  I bought a new fishing rod for my trip.

• Example

  The field is 20 rods wide.

• Example

  She measured the fabric with a rod.

rod Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rod

• pole
• shaft
• stick

Phrases with rod

• hot rod

  a car that has been specially modified to increase its speed and acceleration

  Example

  He spent all weekend working on his hot rod.

• lightning rod

  a metal rod placed on top of a building to protect it from lightning strikes

  Example

  The church steeple had a lightning rod on top.

• put/stick/poke a rod in it

  to stop talking about something or someone

  Example

  I wish he would just put a rod in it and move on.

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Summary: rod in Brief

The word 'rod' [rɒd] refers to a thin, straight bar made of wood or metal. It can also mean a fishing rod or a unit of length. Examples include 'He used a metal rod to stir the paint.' and 'I bought a new fishing rod for my trip.' Phrases include 'hot rod,' referring to a modified car, and 'put a rod in it,' meaning to stop talking about something.