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

Head was caught at extra cover for 31 and Short nicked behind on 58 but their onslaught had put Australia well ahead of the game with rain clouds looming.

From BBC

The pressure also prevents other weather systems that might cool down an area - such as rain clouds - from forming.

From BBC

Of course, as rain clouds grow scarcer, the open-air party is just getting started.

From Seattle Times

Indonesia’s technology agency, known as BPPT, said in a statement that all rain clouds moving towards the four West Sumatra’s districts will be shot with sodium chloride, or salt.

From Seattle Times