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screed

noun

/skriːd/

Meaning

a long, tedious piece of writing or speech; also a layer of material like cement spread on a surface

He delivered a long screed against corruption.

rant, tirade, discourse, essay, harangue

short note, brief remark

political screed, long screed, endless screed, boring screed

a journey or excursion, especially for pleasure

a single pearl used as jewelry, often in earrings or pendants

An ecological system centered on agricultural activities and processes.

Brisk and cheerful readiness.

a place where wine is made

a large jug with a wide mouth, especially used in the past for carrying water