Meaning of the word "rain shower" in English

What does "rain shower" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rain shower

US /reɪn ˈʃaʊ.ɚ/
UK /reɪn ˈʃaʊ.ər/
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Noun

a short period of rain, especially one that is light or starts and stops suddenly

Example:
We got caught in a brief rain shower while walking in the park.
The forecast predicts scattered rain showers throughout the afternoon.