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/ˈdaʊnˌpɔːr/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A heavy rainfall that occurs in a short period of time.
The downpour started suddenly, drenching everyone at the outdoor concert.
A sudden and heavy fall of rain.
We took shelter from the downpour under a nearby canopy.
A large quantity of something that falls or occurs suddenly.
There was a downpour of emails after the announcement was made.
Intense or excessive rain.
The forecast warned of a downpour which could lead to flash flooding in low-lying areas.
Etymology
Combining 'down' meaning downward movement and 'pour' meaning to flow rapidly.
Common Phrases and Expressions
rain cats and dogs
To rain very heavily.
caught in the rain
To be caught outside during a rainstorm.
when it rains, it pours
When one bad thing happens, often many bad things happen at once.
Related Words
rain
Liquid precipitation; water droplets that fall from clouds.
storm
A violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow.
Slang Meanings
A torrential downpour.
It was coming down in buckets during the storm.
A heavy rain that disrupts plans.
We had to cancel our game because of the monsoon outside.