English · Common Verbs
reach
/riːtʃ/
[/riːtʃ/]
arrive at or stretch to
Beginnerverb
Definition
To arrive at a place, level, or goal, or to stretch out a hand toward something.
Example
After a long climb, the tired hikers finally managed to reach the mountain summit.
After a long climb, the tired hikers finally managed to reach the mountain summit.
Etymology
From Old English 'rǣcan' (to stretch out, extend), of West Germanic origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for physical arrival, stretching, and metaphorical goals or agreements.