English · Nature & Environment

puddle

/ˈpʌdəl/

[/ˈpʌdəl/]

a small pool of water on the ground

Beginnernoun

Definition

A small pool of water lying on the ground, usually after rain. Children often like to jump in puddles.

Example

The children jumped in the puddle after the rain.

The children jumped in the puddle after the rain.

Etymology

From Old English 'pudd' (ditch), with a diminutive ending.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for small pools of rainwater on roads and ground.

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