torrential rain — very heavy rainfall that falls rapidly and in great quantities
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: very heavy rainfall that falls rapidly and in great quantities
Pronunciation (IPA): /təˈrenʃəl reɪn/
Example Sentences
- My expensive hairdo was ruined by the torrential rain in just 3 seconds.
- The weather forecast warned of torrential rain throughout the weekend.
- Thanks to torrential rain, our outdoor wedding became an indoor swimming party.
torrential rain
NOUN[/təˈrenʃəl reɪn/]
very heavy rainfall that falls rapidly and in great quantities
Villagers scramble for shelter as torrential rain floods the market square in seconds.
Torrential rain makes essentials vital for every residential soul!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'torrens', meaning a swift mountain stream or torrent. The term metaphorically describes rain that falls heavily and violently, as if pouring down like a rushing mountain watercourse.
Breakdown
torrens (swift stream, torrent) + -ial (adjective suffix forming descriptive terms). The suffix -ial converts the noun into an adjective describing rain characterized by the violent, rushing quality of a torrent.
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📝Examples
“My expensive hairdo was ruined by the torrential rain in just 3 seconds.”
“The weather forecast warned of torrential rain throughout the weekend.”
“Thanks to torrential rain, our outdoor wedding became an indoor swimming party.”
“The torrential rain caused severe flooding in the downtown area.”
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