Meaning of the word shower in English

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

shower

US /ˈʃaʊ.ɚ/

UK /ˈʃaʊ.ɚ/

Noun

a device that sprays water for people to wash themselves

Example:

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I need to fix the leaky shower head.

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The bathroom has a bathtub and a separate shower.

Synonym:

sprinkler spray washroom bathroom

an act of washing oneself in a shower

Example:

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I'm going to take a quick shower before dinner.

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After a long day, a hot shower feels amazing.

Synonym:

wash bath cleansing

a brief fall of rain or hail

Example:

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We got caught in a sudden rain shower.

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The forecast is for isolated showers later today.

Synonym:

downpour rain drizzle sprinkle

a party held to give gifts to a prospective mother or bride

Example:

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We're planning a baby shower for Sarah next month.

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The bridal shower was a lovely event with many gifts.

Synonym:

party celebration gathering

Verb

to wash oneself in a shower

Example:

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I need to shower before I go to bed.

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He showers every morning.

Synonym:

bathe wash cleanse

to fall in a shower; to send down in a shower

Example:

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Confetti showered down on the parade.

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The crowd showered the winning team with cheers.

Synonym:

sprinkle scatter pour rain

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