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downpour

American  
[doun-pawr, -pohr] / ˈdaʊnˌpɔr, -ˌpoʊr /

noun

  1. a heavy, drenching rain.

downpour British  
/ ˈdaʊnˌpɔː /

noun

  1. a heavy continuous fall of rain

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Etymology

Origin of downpour

First recorded in 1805–15; down 1 + pour

Example Sentences

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A huge downpour hit the stadium, sending fans scurrying as there is no roof yet, and those who remained saw Escandell deny Robert Lewandowski a potential fourth with a fine save.

From Barron's

Heavy rain and flooding has hit north east Scotland amid a warning for more downpours.

From BBC

Australia's emergency services warned people Friday to stay prepared for sudden downpours and dangerous bushfires in the country's east after a flash flood swept cars into the sea.

From Barron's

That storm could bring isolated thunderstorms with brief heavy downpours and hail, as well as snow levels down to 5,000 feet, according to the weather service.

From Los Angeles Times

Those who did attend used umbrellas, ponchos and awnings to protect themselves from the downpour.

From Los Angeles Times

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