Definition

A small amount of water that falls from the sky when it rains.

Example

The children ran outside to catch a raindrop on their tongues.

Conversation

Did you see that raindrop hit the window?

Yeah, it looked like it just splattered everywhere!

It's funny how just one little raindrop can make such a mess.

I know, right? It makes me appreciate the sunshine even more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Raindrop → It is formed from "rain" (from Old English *regn*, meaning water droplets that fall from the sky) and "drop" (from Old English *dropa*, meaning a small quantity of liquid). The word "raindrop" refers to a small quantity of water that falls from the sky as rain.

Memory Tip

Think of water droplets falling from the sky, where 'rain' refers to the water and 'drop' indicates a small amount. This helps you remember that a raindrop is simply a small drop of rain.

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