Drizzle
/ˈdrɪzl/noun
Light rain falling in fine drops.
There was a slow drizzle outside the window.
Often appears as...
- light drizzle
- constant drizzle
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Weather Context
Often used in weather forecasts to describe a light, fine rain.
The forecast says we can expect drizzle in the evening.
Pro Tip 2/3Light Rainfall
Expresses less intensity than 'rain'; not enough to use an umbrella.
There's only a slight drizzle; we don't need an umbrella for our walk.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Interrupting
Suggests daily activities can continue almost as usual despite the weather.
Despite the morning drizzle, the street market was bustling.
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