What does RAINS mean?

Word: Rains

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb
Definitions:
1. Noun: The condensed moisture of the atmosphere falling visibly in separate drops.
2. Verb: (of the sky, the clouds) To send down rain (water).
Pronunciations:
1. US: /reɪns/
2. UK: /reɪnz/
Origin and Usage: The word "rains" originated from the Old English word "regn" which means "rain." It has been used in English since the 14th century. It is commonly used to describe the weather phenomenon of water falling from the sky in liquid form. It is also used figuratively to describe a large amount of something, such as "rains of bullets."
Synonyms: Precipitation, downpour, shower, sprinkle, drizzle
Related Words: Cloud, storm, flood, drops, moist
Example Sentences:
1. The forecast predicts heavy rains for the next three days.
2. It rained all night, and the streets were flooded by morning.
3. The garden needs to be watered because it hasn rained in weeks.
4. The enemy troops were caught in a rain of bullets.

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