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drizzle
[ driz-uhl ]
verb (used without object)
- to rain gently and steadily in fine drops; sprinkle:
It drizzled throughout the night.
- to fall in fine drops.
verb (used with object)
- to pour in a fine stream:
Drizzle melted butter over the breadcrumb topping.
- to rain or let fall in fine drops or particles; sprinkle:
He then drizzled grated cheese over the hot pasta.
noun
- a very light rain.
- Meteorology. precipitation consisting of numerous minute droplets of water less than 0.02 inch (0.5 millimeter) in diameter.
drizzle
/ ˈɪə /
noun
- very light rain, specifically consisting of droplets less than 0.5 mm in diameter
verb
- intr to rain lightly
- tr to moisten with tiny droplets
Derived Forms
- ˈ, adjective
Other Word Forms
- z adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of drizzle1
Word History and Origins
Origin of drizzle1
Example Sentences
The dreary trend is forecast to kick off Friday morning, with the possibility of a “patchy drizzle” developing from a deep marine layer over much of the region, according to National Weather Service forecasts.
A drizzle of salted carrot caramel over the top seals the deal.
It started in the third inning, when a steady drizzle, slippery ball and muddy mound caused Tyler Glasnow to come unglued.
You can also blend it with oil for a finishing drizzle—maybe even atop a comforting congee.
Dorian’s board, for example, calls for flakey salt, citrus zest, fresh herbs, sliced red onions, edible flowers and a generous drizzle of honey.
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