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Water that has fallen as rain and contains little dissolved mineral matter.

rainwater [ˈreɪnˌwɔːtə]

(Earth Sciences / Physical Geography) water from rain (as distinguished from spring water, tap water, etc.)

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Noun

rainwater - drops of fresh water that fall as precipitation from clouds

rain

fresh water, freshwater - water that is not salty

Translations

rainwater [ˈreɪnwɔːtəʳ] N → agua f de lluvia

rainwater [ˈreɪnwɔːtə^r] n → eau f de pluie

rainwater [ˈreɪnˌwɔːtəʳ] n → acqua piovana

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