reach
/ɹiːt͡ʃ/ · reach
noun
- The act of stretching or extending; extension. The athlete's reach allowed her to grab the high shelf.
- The ability to reach or touch with the person, a limb, or something held or thrown. The fruit is beyond my reach.
- The power of stretching out or extending action, influence, or the like; power of attainment or management; extent of force or capacity. The company's reach in the market is impressive, with products available in many countries.
verb
- To extend, stretch, or thrust out (for example a limb or object held in the hand). He reached for a weapon that was on the table.
- To give to someone by stretching out a limb, especially the hand; to give with the hand; to pass to another person; to hand over. She reached him a book from the shelf.
- To stretch out the hand. He reached out to shake hands with his old friend.
Did you know? The word 'reach' has been used in various idiomatic expressions, such as 'reach out' meaning to offer help or support, and 'reach for the stars' meaning to strive for something ambitious. The word has also been used in famous quotes, like 'reach for the moon' by Norman Vincent Peale.