rainbow

Meanings

• A meteorological phenomenon that is caused by the reflection, refraction and dispersion of light in water droplets.

  - "The rainbow appeared in the sky after the rain had stopped."
  - "Have you ever seen a double rainbow? The outer rainbow is always larger and fainter than the inner rainbow."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɹeɪmboʊ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

spectrum , multipartisan , multiethnic , multiracial , rainbowed , motley , multihued , polychromatic

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rainbow
robin , gin , grin , win , spin

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. hoe
   

2. hoe down
   

3. who
   

4. whole
   

5. hole
   

6. goal
   

7. oil
   

8. roll
   

9. role
   

10. row
    

11. roe
    

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Variants

List of all variants of rainbow that leads to same result
rainbow , rainbowlike , rainbows , rainbow fish , rainbow fishes , rainbow runner , rainbow runners , rainbow trout , rainbow trouts , Rainbow Bridge National Monument

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Forms

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noun: a meteorological phenomenon, a natural rainbow, a man-made rainbow; verb: to rainbow, to create a rainbow effect, to represent or symbolize something using a rainbow; adjective: rainbow-colored, having the colors of a rainbow; comparative: more rainbow-colored, having more of the colors of a rainbow; superlative: most rainbow-colored, having the most of the colors of a rainbow.

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Etymology

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The word 'rainbow' comes from the Old English word 'regenboga', which means 'a bright or shining bow in the sky'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rainbow flag: A symbol of the LGBTQ+ community, which is represented by the six colors of the rainbow: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet.

2. Rainbow trout: A variety of trout that is known for its rainbow-colored scales. It is native to the Pacific Ocean and is popular among anglers for its sporty fight and its delicious, mild-flavored flesh.

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Culture

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In various cultures, the rainbow is considered a symbol of hope, promise, and renewal. It is also believed to be a bridge between the physical world and the spiritual realm. In literature, art, music, and other forms of expression, the rainbow is often used as a metaphor or symbol for various concepts and ideas.

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