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Definition of reacher

reacher

/ˈriːtʃɚ/
reach · er
Plural:reachers
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• noun

1

A mechanical gripping tool mounted on the end of a long pole, used for picking up objects that are out of arm's reach without bending or stretching.

Example

"The occupational therapist recommended a lightweight reacher to help the patient retrieve items from high kitchen shelves."

2

A person who reaches or strives to attain something, or who extends a hand or arm toward an object.

Example

"As a relentless reacher for ambitious career goals, she rarely settled for entry-level assignments."

3

A large, lightweight headsail on a sailboat designed to maximize speed when sailing across the wind (on a reach).

Example

"The crew hoisted the high-cut reacher as the wind shifted onto the beam during the afternoon regatta."

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• Rhymes for reacher

• Nearby Words

reaccustom
reach
reachable
reacher
reacquaint
reacquaintance
reacquire

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Reacher. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/reacher
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