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.

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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

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