raindrop

noun

rain·​drop ˈrān-ˌdräp How to pronounce raindrop (audio)
Synonyms of raindropnext
: a drop of rain

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Does no one operating these cameras know how to keep the lens clear from raindrops? — Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026 Its generous size can fit up to six seated adults, while its top layer features waterproof material in case of spills or raindrops. — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2026 Sacramento in particular would see only sparse raindrops in between more cloudy skies. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026 Once @LightsOutWade7 got loose, the only thing that could touch him was a few dozen raindrops. — Jeff Sentell, AJC.com, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for raindrop

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First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of raindrop was before the 12th century

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“Raindrop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raindrop. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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raindrop

noun
rain·​drop -ˌdräp How to pronounce raindrop (audio)
: a drop of rain

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