dewdrop

noun

Definition of dewdropnext
as in raindrop

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Recent Examples of dewdrop Try your hand at clear builder gel with simple waves and dewdrops. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 29 May 2026 The pair also collaborated on an orange-and-gold dewdrop installation over the stairway and the glimmering waterfall sculpture in the three-story courtyard. — Christine Muhlke, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025 At that time Litoff was a dewdrop and in the caucus race, while Wei was a duck and dewdrop. — Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dewdrop
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dewdrop
  1. raindrop
  2. tear
  3. teardrop
Noun
  • Every raindrop that hits the panel generates microscopic vibrations, creating unique acoustic signatures that vary with rainfall intensity.
    — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
  • By Wednesday, high temps across the Central Valley are set for the low 70s or even 60s as clouds move overhead and the occasional raindrop falls.
    — Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of raindrop
Noun
  • Doncic has been on a scoring tear for the Lakers, his play at such a high level that even coach JJ Redick has marveled at the guard’s achievements.
    — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • These liners stay flat, unlike thinner mats that curl and tear under the high temps.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of tear
Noun
  • The egg masses are light brown, teardrop-shaped and about 1 to 2 inches long, county officials said.
    — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Dig the bed in your preferred size and shape (kidney, crescent, round and teardrop are popular).
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of teardrop

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“Dewdrop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dewdrop. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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