Meaning & Definition of word "Shower"

Shower

/ˈʃaʊər/

1. A brief period of rain or a spray of water.
- Example: We experienced a light shower during our picnic.
2. A device for bathing that allows water to flow over the body.
- Example: I like to take a shower in the morning to wake up.
3. A party where guests bring gifts for someone, typically for a future event.
- Example: We are throwing a bridal shower for our friend next month.

1. To fall in drops or to cover with a spray.
- Example: The rain showered the ground with fresh water.
2. To take a shower.
- Example: After the workout, he decided to shower before dinner.
3. To bestow or give something in abundance.
- Example: The children were showered with gifts on their birthday.

Middle English 'shower', from Old English 'scūr', related to 'scīen', meaning to fall or flow.

baby shower:

A party to celebrate the expected birth of a baby.

shower of blessings:

An abundance of good things, often used in a religious context.

rain shower:

A brief period of rainfall, often associated with clear weather.

shower someone with gifts:

To give someone a large number of gifts.

bath:

A washing or soaking of the body in water.

rain:

Water that falls from clouds in droplets.

spray:

Liquid in the form of tiny drops forced up into the air.

Meaning: To be in a shower when something unexpected happens.

Example Sentence: I was in the shower, and I missed the big news.

Meaning: To shower someone with something means to give them a lot of something.

Example Sentence: They showered her with praise after her performance.