Meaning
An underwater bank seen as a danger to shipping.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
Apparently a reduplication (with vowel dissimilation) of rap (“blow, stroke”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.