rain frog
The term "rain frog" encompasses various small frogs often associated with wet or humid environments, and sometimes used to describe a phenomenon where frogs appear during rainfall.
Definition
B2Zoology
(scientific)Any of several small frogs from various families, often found in humid or wet habitats and known for their nocturnal activity.
Example
- The rain frog is typically active at night, especially after a rainfall.
C1Meteorology
(rare)An unusual event where frogs are lifted by strong winds during a storm and fall along with rain.
Example
- Reports of rain frogs have fascinated meteorologists for centuries.
B1Colloquial
(informal, US)A term sometimes used to refer to tree frogs, especially the spring peeper.
Example
- In the spring, you can hear the rain frogs peeping in the trees.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rain frog":
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