English Expression · Intermediate
Irish reef
The head of a sail tied up
Pronunciation: say Irish reef
Meaning
The head of a sail tied up.
Example
The sailors performed an Irish reef to shorten the sail during the storm.
The sailors performed an Irish reef to shorten the sail during the storm.
Practice tips
- Practice Irish reef out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.