Meaning & Definition of word "Downpour"
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Downpour
/ˈdaʊnˌpɔːr/
noun:
- 1. A heavy rainfall that occurs in a short period of time.
- Example: The downpour started suddenly, drenching everyone at the outdoor concert.
- 2. A sudden and heavy fall of rain.
- Example: We took shelter from the downpour under a nearby canopy.
- 3. A large quantity of something that falls or occurs suddenly.
- Example: There was a downpour of emails after the announcement was made.
- 4. Intense or excessive rain.
- Example: 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 of downpour
Meaning: A torrential downpour.
Example Sentence: It was coming down in buckets during the storm.
Meaning: A heavy rain that disrupts plans.
Example Sentence: We had to cancel our game because of the monsoon outside.