rainfall

noun

ˈrān-ˌfȯl How to pronounce rainfall (audio)
Definition of rainfallnext
as in rain
a steady falling of water from the sky in significant quantity a torrential rainfall washed away most of the little sprouts in our vegetable garden

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Recent Examples of rainfall Tropical-system rainfall tends to last longer and to cause widespread flooding, whereas localized storms are more likely to lead to sudden flash floods that can sweep away vehicles. — Damien Pine, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2026 Some areas in north-central and northeast Missouri had 4 inches or more of rainfall Tuesday night. — Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026 However, the National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction, or CONRED, urged the population to remain cautious because rainfall from a tropical wave from the east could trigger potentially deadly volcanic mudflows known as lahars. — ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026 That increase has already led to more sunny day flooding, intensified rainfalls and hurricanes, reflected in higher and higher insurance premiums. — Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for rainfall
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rain
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  • This is also the main timeframe when prolonged rain may pose isolated flooding risks near the state line.
    — Ahmad Bajjey, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Some rain, a 30% chance, is possible Friday afternoon into the evening hours.
    — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
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“Rainfall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rainfall. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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