Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wet-spell
noun
/wɛt spɛl/
Definition
A period of time characterized by significant rainfall or wet weather.
Examples
- After a long dry season, the farmers welcomed the wet-spell for their crops.
- The forecast predicted a wet-spell that could lead to flooding in low-lying areas.
- During the wet-spell, many residents stayed indoors to avoid the rain.
Meaning
Wet-spell refers to a duration during which the weather is predominantly rainy or moist, affecting the environment and often agriculture.
Synonyms
- rainy period
- downpour phase
- wet season
