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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
Other 51Թ Forms
- drizzly adverb
- ˈ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of drizzle1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of drizzle1
Example Sentences
They can also be added to an omelette or roasted on their own and finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
Once they’re slightly thickened, slowly drizzle in warm, melted butter while whisking constantly.
Two fans used artificial turf to shield their heads during a drizzle.
It became the people’s dressing: a dunk for baby carrots, a drizzle for pizza, equally at home next to a pile of atomic-red buffalo wings or a crisp wedge.
It wore ruby strawberries and a drizzle of olive oil like jewelry.
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