rain cloud

noun

1. a cloud or a mass of clouds that yields rain.

Word History and Origins

Origin of rain cloud¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

“Imagine a rain cloud, but instead of water droplets coming down, it's like molten rock droplets raining out of the sky,” says Prof Drabon.

From BBC

Voters are tired of ideological fights and the rain cloud of rancor that hangs over the Hill.

From Seattle Times

In the story, a rain cloud — not a mermaid — gives up her watery lifestyle to get closer to the human she loves, as explained by a narrator named Dolan.

From Seattle Times

Costume designer Fantasia Rose developed answers to questions like, “What should the cow wear?” and “How do you dress a rain cloud?”

From Seattle Times

Its radar allowed you to zoom in on the block—the house, even—where a rain cloud ended.

From Slate