reaping hook

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reaping hook

1. (Tools) a curved cutting tool with a sharp edge, used in the cutting or harvesting of crops

2. (Agriculture) a curved cutting tool with a sharp edge, used in the cutting or harvesting of crops

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reaping hook - an edge tool for cutting grass or crops; has a curved blade and a short handle

reap hook, sickle

edge tool - any cutting tool with a sharp cutting edge (as a chisel or knife or plane or gouge)

haft, helve - the handle of a weapon or tool

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