Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rain
noun
/reɪn/
Definition
Rain is water droplets that fall from clouds in the sky when moisture in the air condenses and accumulates.
Examples
- The rain fell gently, nourishing the earth below.
- After a long drought, the rain was a welcome sight.
- We decided to stay inside because of the heavy rain outside.
Meaning
Rain is a form of precipitation that occurs when the atmosphere cools and the water vapor condenses into liquid droplets.
Synonyms
- precipitation
- shower
- downpour
- drizzle