rainy

adjective

ˈrā-nē How to pronounce rainy (audio)
rainier; rainiest
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: marked by, abounding with, or bringing rain
rainy weather

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found that the stretch of cold, rainy weather made his joints swell and ache
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In rainy weather, move orchids to a covered spot, so roots don’t stay soaked. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2026 Similar to how double-coated animals like wolves and bobcats shed water with their fur, the fringe, when attached to shoes, pants, and tunics, could help keep wearers dry during rainy treks. — Faran Krentcil, InStyle, 1 July 2026 On a rainy night in early June 2011, Albert Saijo lay on a mattress, a fire blazing in the hearth, his wife by his side. — Literary Hub, 29 June 2026 Columbus, the home of a 2028 expansion team, played host at a rainy ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. — Emily Olsen, New York Times, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for rainy

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rainy was before the 12th century

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“Rainy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rainy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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Kids Definition

rainy

adjective
ˈrā-nē How to pronounce rainy (audio)
rainier; rainiest
: having much rain

Geographical Definition

Rainy

geographical name

ˈrā-nē How to pronounce Rainy (audio)
river 80 miles (129 kilometers) long on the Canada–U.S. boundary between Ontario and Minnesota flowing from Rainy Lake into Lake of the Woods

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