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precipitation

/prɪˌsɪp.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Translations

precipitationnoun

precipitations

The region receives a high amount of precipitation annually.

Регион ежегодно получает большое количество осадков.

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precipitationadjective

/prɪˌsɪp.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Denominal adjective used attributively before nouns; not normally gradable

precipitationnoun

The action or process of precipitating a substance from a solution.

The precipitation of salt from seawater is a common method of obtaining salt.

Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground.

The weather forecast predicts heavy precipitation over the weekend.

The amount of rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls in a specific area within a specific period.

The annual precipitation in the region averages around 40 inches.

Undue haste; rash or headlong action.

Her precipitation in accepting the offer led to later regret.

precipitationadjective

Relating to or associated with atmospheric precipitation, especially when used before another noun.

Precipitation data are essential for climate research.

Of or relating to the process of precipitating a substance from a solution (chemistry).

Precipitation reactions often yield an insoluble product.