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giant reed

/ˈdʒaɪənt riːd/

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/ˈdʒaɪənt riːd/C1formalscientific
  • ruВысокое многолетнее злаковое растение, Arundo donax, родом из Средиземноморья, но широко натурализовавшееся, часто используемое для борьбы с эрозией, изготовления тростей для музыкальных инструментов или как декоративное растение.

A tall perennial grass, Arundo donax, native to the Mediterranean region but widely naturalized, often used for erosion control, musical instrument reeds, or as an ornamental plant.

  1. Tall perennial grassB2formal

    A large, fast-growing perennial grass (Arundo donax) native to the Mediterranean region, often used for erosion control, biofuel, and making musical instruments.

    ruВысокая многолетняя трава

    • Giant reed can grow up to 6 meters in a single season.
    • Farmers use giant reed to stabilize riverbanks.
    • The stems of giant reed are used to make reeds for woodwind instruments.