rainbow
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
An arc of colours that appears in the sky when sunlight passes through rain.
Usage notes
Over the rainbow is a poetic phrase for somewhere magical or impossible to reach.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A _____ stretched across the sky after the storm."
Answer: rainbow
In your own words, what does "rainbow" mean?
An arc of colours that appears in the sky when sunlight passes through rain.
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