English dictionary
drizzle
/'dr/I/z/@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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very light rain; stronger than mist but less than a shower
Synonyms mizzleSource: WordNet 3.0
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Fine rain or mist.
Source: webster1913
verb
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rain lightly
ExamplesWhen it drizzles in summer, hiking can be pleasant.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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moisten with fine drops
ExamplesDrizzle the meat with melted butter.
Synonyms moistenSource: WordNet 3.0
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To rain slightly in very small drops; to fall, as water from the clouds, slowly and in fine particles; as, it <i>drizzles</i>; <i>drizzling</i> drops or rain.
Source: webster1913
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To shed slowly in minute drops or particles.
Source: webster1913