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rod

noun

ˈräd

as in cane

a heavy rigid stick used as a weapon or for punishment arrested for using a rod on his dogs in violation of the state's animal cruelty laws

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as in beam

a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide a curtain rod

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Recent Examples on the Web However, the rods grow gradually more radioactive as they are used in the reactor. —

Philip Diehl, The Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2024 In a study published Wednesday in the journal Science Advances, researchers propose an engineering technique for warming up Mars: designing tiny rods from Martian dust that could trap heat in its atmosphere. —

Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Aug. 2024 Some common Montessori learning materials include sensory objects like sandpaper letters and puzzle maps, plus construction shapes such as cylinders, cubes, rods, and prisms that are used to master specific skills and techniques. —

Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 1 Aug. 2024 The panel includes a rod pocket for easy installation, while the black tabs offer a tailored finish. —

Megan Schaltegger, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for rod

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