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Drizzle - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Drizzle is light rain falling in fine, gentle drops. It is often associated with overcast skies and is less intense than a shower or downpour.

drizzle

/ˈdrɪzəl/ /ˈdrɪz(ə)l/

Definition:

Light rain falling in very fine drops.

Synonyms:

sprinkle, mist, light rain, mizzle

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

downpour, deluge

Common Collocations:

light drizzle, steady drizzle, drizzle of rain

Derivatives:

drizzling, drizzled

Usage Tips:

Use "drizzle" for very light rain or to describe pouring liquid lightly over food.

Common Phrases:

drizzle down, drizzle with honey, drizzle over salad

Etymology:

From Old English *drysnan*, meaning "to fall in drops."

Examples:

  • 1. The sky darkened as a light drizzle began to fall.
  • 2. She likes to drizzle honey over her yogurt in the morning.
  • 3. A cold drizzle made the streets slippery.
  • 4. The weather forecast predicts a steady drizzle all afternoon.

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