Definition (part)
- Plural
a section of a river or a portion of a land area
The upstream reaches of the river are stunning, featuring a rich ecosystem.
We are studying a particular reach of the river to assess changes in water quality.
Many reaches of the river experience drying out during the dry season.
- Plural
the most senior or most junior levels within an organization
Only senior executives in the company are aware of the details of the new policy.
This new employee is quite promising and could rapidly advance even in the junior reaches of the company.
In this organization, both senior and junior reaches are treated with equal respect.