Meaning & Definition of word "Rain"
Rain
/reɪn/
noun:
- 1. Water droplets that fall from clouds when the atmospheric conditions are suitable.
- Example: We stayed indoors because the rain was pouring heavily outside.
- 2. The amount of precipitation that falls in a given area over a specific period.
- Example: The region experienced an unusual amount of rain last summer.
- 3. A heavy or continuous fall of something, often used metaphorically.
- Example: There was a rain of complaints after the event was poorly organized.
verb:
- 1. To fall in drops; to come down in drops.
- Example: It started to rain just as we were leaving the house.
- 2. To send down in great quantities; to shower.
- Example: The teacher rained praise on the students for their excellent presentation.
Etymology
●Old English rēn, related to Dutch regen and German Regen.
Common Phrases and Expressions
it's raining cats and dogs:
It's raining very heavily.
rain on someone's parade:
To spoil someone's plans or enthusiasm.
rain check:
An offer to reschedule for a later time.
rain or shine:
Regardless of the weather.
Related Words
drizzle:
Light rain falling in very fine drops.
downpour:
A heavy rain.
cloudburst:
A sudden and intense rainstorm.
Slang Meanings of rain
Meaning: To rain money
● Example Sentence: After winning the lottery, he's raining money everywhere.
Meaning: Rain check
● Example Sentence: Can I take a rain check on the dinner? I have to work late.