rain frog
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of rain frog
An Americanism dating back to 1820–30
Example Sentences
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Scientists in Ecuador have discovered six new species of rain frog.
From BBC • Oct. 25, 2022
First up is a video of the desert rain frog.
From The Guardian • Feb. 22, 2013
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