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hail

/heΙͺl/
A2 Β· Elementaryβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜†
noun

Simple Meaning

small balls of ice that fall from the sky like rain during a storm.

When to Use

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Examples in Conversation

β€œThe hail was so loud on the roof I couldn't hear the TV.”

β€œDid you see the hail damage on my car? It's full of dents.”

β–ΆFull Definition

Balls or pieces of ice falling as precipitation, often in connection with a thunderstorm.

Related Words

Synonyms:
ice pelletssleet
Word Family:
hailedhailinghailstorm