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rake

verb [I or T] (USE TOOL)
 
 
/reɪk/

Definition

to use a rake to make earth level or to collect leaves: In the autumn I rake (up) the dead leaves. Rake (over) the soil before planting the seeds.Gardening toolsTools
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