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Meaning of drizzle
The primary meaning of the word "drizzle" is a type of precipitation.
Etymology of drizzle
The word "drizzle" originated in the mid-14th century, derived from the Old English word "drislian" or "drysan", which means "to fall in drops"
Historically, the term was used to describe a type of steady, gentle rain, often characterized by small droplets
Synonyms
sprinkle
mist
shower
sprinkle
patter
rain
precipitation
moisture
dampness
wetness
downpour
cloudburst
shower
spatter
splash
drop
trickle
leak
seep
drip
droplet
spotting
spotting rain
light rain
gentle rain
soft rain
silent rain
steady rain
continuous rain
gentle shower
light shower
misty rain
foggy rain
Definitions
- A thin, continuous fall of small drops of rain, typically in a steady and gentle manner
- * To fall or let fall in small drops, typically in a steady and gentle manner
Usage Examples
- The weather forecast predicted a drizzle for the entire week
- * The drizzle outside made the streets wet and slippery
- * The plants were watered by a gentle drizzle that fell overnight