rainout
Americannoun
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a contest, performance, or the like, that has been rained out.
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Also called washout. the removal of radioactive particles or other foreign substances from the atmosphere by precipitation.
noun
Etymology
Origin of rainout
1945–50, noun use of verb phrase rain out
Example Sentences
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Open, her legions of Filipino fans energizing the entire tournament, even a Monday rainout final.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
It was Sheehan’s first start since the All-Star break, pushed back because of a rainout Saturday in New York.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
Two days, three wins and 18 runs from a once-slumping lineup later, it’s hard to not see the rainout now as a blessing in disguise.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2024
The rainout Tuesday necessitated a doubleheader Wednesday, affecting Miami’s pitching plans in the final days of a playoff race and angering team officials, according to a report by The Athletic.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 29, 2023
“It’ll be a rainout, or something. I’ll be fine.”
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
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