Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rain
noun / verb
/reɪn/
Definition
Rain is water droplets that fall from clouds when they become too heavy.
Examples
- The rain fell softly on the rooftops.
- They decided to stay indoors because it was raining.
- After the long drought, the rain was a welcome sight.
Meaning
Rain is a form of precipitation that occurs when the atmospheric conditions are right, leading to condensation and the eventual falling of water to the earth’s surface.
Synonyms
- precipitation
- downpour
- shower
- drizzle