pouring
0 antonyms and opposites of pouring, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Falling or flowing heavily and continuously.
How to use pouring
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Frequently asked questions
What does “pouring” mean?
The word “pouring” means falling or flowing heavily and continuously. In plain terms, flowing heavily — most often used for rain, but also for anything being poured.
How do you pronounce “pouring”?
“Pouring” is pronounced PAW-rihng (/ˈpɔːɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pouring” in a sentence?
Here is “pouring” used in a sentence: “We waited out the pouring rain under a shop awning.”
What part of speech is “pouring”?
Depending on how it is used, “pouring” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “pouring” a common word?
“Pouring” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “pouring” have?
“Pouring” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: falling or flowing heavily and continuously.
What is the difference between pouring and raining?
Pouring describes rain falling heavily and continuously, so 'it's pouring' is a shorthand way of saying it's raining hard, while raining on its own can describe any intensity of rainfall, from light drizzle to a downpour. Pouring always implies heavy, intense rainfall.
Can pouring describe liquids other than rain?
Yes, pouring can describe the act of causing any liquid to flow out of a container, such as pouring a drink or pouring cement, as well as heavy rain flowing from the sky.
What is the difference between pouring and pouring down?
Pouring and pouring down are often used interchangeably to describe heavy rain, though 'pouring down' more explicitly emphasizes the rain falling from above, as in 'it's pouring down outside.'