Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
light rain
noun
/laɪt reɪn/
Definition
Light rain refers to a very gentle or slight amount of precipitation from the atmosphere that typically falls in small droplets.
Examples
- We went for a walk despite the light rain.
- Light rain is expected to continue throughout the evening.
- She enjoyed the freshness brought by the light rain in the spring.
Meaning
It signifies a type of rain that is not heavy, causing little disruption, and often allowing normal activities to continue.
Synonyms
- drizzle
- sprinkle
- mist