Meaning of the word "rain check" in English
What does "rain check" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
rain check
US /ˈreɪn ˌtʃɛk/
UK /ˈreɪn ˌtʃɛk/
Noun
1.
a ticket given for later use when a game or other outdoor event is postponed or interrupted by rain
Example:
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The baseball game was rained out, so we got a rain check for another day.
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Hold onto your rain check; you can use it for any future event.
2.
a promise to accept an offer or invitation at a later date
Example:
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I can't make it to dinner tonight, but can I take a rain check?
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Thanks for the invitation, but I'll have to take a rain check on that concert.
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