Rainbow

usgb/ˈreɪnbəʊ/
noun

A semi-circle of different colors that appear in the sky when the sun shines onto droplets of water after rain.

After the summer rain, a beautiful rainbow appeared in the sky.
Visual representation of "rainbow" - A semi-circle of different colors that appear in the sky when the sun shines onto droplets of water after rain

Often appears as...

  • double rainbow
  • rainbow colors
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Weather Dependent

Rainbows occur naturally, so mention them in discussions about weather phenomena or natural beauty.

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We might see a rainbow if there's enough sun after today's rain.
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Symbol of Hope

Rainbows can represent hope or something positive after a challenging event, like storms.

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The rainbow was a sign that the tough times were over.
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Cultural Significance

In many cultures, rainbows have mythological meaning, worth knowing when studying English literature or history.

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In Irish legend, leprechauns hide their gold at a rainbow's end.
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