Dewdrop: meaning, definitions and examples

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dewdrop

 

[ ˈdjuːdrɒp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

on the grass

A dewdrop is a small drop of water that forms on grass or leaves during the night when the air is cool and moist.

Synonyms

bead, drop, pearl.

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Word Description / Examples
dewdrop

This word is best used when referring to small droplets of water that form on plants or objects early in the morning due to condensation. It carries a gentle and delicate connotation.

  • The dewdrops on the leaves sparkled in the morning sunlight
  • She gently touched the dewdrop on the rose petals
drop

A more general term used for any small amount of liquid shaped like a sphere, regardless of the situation. Can be neutral or negative based on the context.

  • A drop of water fell from the faucet
  • She added a few drops of lemon juice to her tea
bead

Typically used when talking about small, often spherical, objects that are strung together, but can also refer to droplets of liquid in specific contexts like sweat or condensation.

  • She wore a necklace made of colorful beads
  • Beads of sweat appeared on his forehead as he ran
pearl

This word typically refers to the precious gemstone formed inside oysters, symbolizing elegance and value. However, it can also metaphorically describe something precious or perfect, resembling a pearl in appearance.

  • She wore a beautiful pearl necklace to the gala
  • Pearls of wisdom are often hard to find

Examples of usage

  • The morning sun glistened on the dewdrops on the grass.
  • Each dewdrop reflected the beauty of the early morning light.

Translations

Translations of the word "dewdrop" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gota de orvalho

🇮🇳 ओस की बूंद

🇩🇪 Tautropfen

🇮🇩 tetes embun

🇺🇦 росинка

🇵🇱 kropla rosy

🇯🇵 露の滴 (つゆのしずく)

🇫🇷 goutte de rosée

🇪🇸 gota de rocío

🇹🇷 çiğ damlası

🇰🇷 이슬방울

🇸🇦 قطرة ندى

🇨🇿 kapka rosy

🇸🇰 kvapka rosy

🇨🇳 露珠 (lù zhū)

🇸🇮 kapljica rose

🇮🇸 döggdropi

🇰🇿 шық тамшысы

🇬🇪 ცვეთის წვეთი

🇦🇿 şeh damlası

🇲🇽 gota de rocío

Etymology

The word 'dewdrop' originated from the Old English word 'dēawdrōp', where 'dēaw' meant 'dew' and 'drōp' meant 'drop'. Dewdrops have been admired for their beauty and freshness in various cultures throughout history, often symbolizing purity and renewal.