Collocation

light rain

adjective + noun B1 adjective + noun

a small amount of rain; not heavy or intense

Definition

'light rain' is a common English collocation. a small amount of rain; not heavy or intense

light + rain

“We went for a walk even though there was light rain.”

There was light rain this morning, so the roads were a bit slippery.
The forecast says light rain in the afternoon, but it should clear up by evening.
We played the match in light rain, and the ball moved faster on the wet grass.

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A little wind picked up, turning the light rain into a cool mist.
Even with light rain, the visibility was good enough for driving.
They set up the outdoor tables because only light rain was expected.
Light rain started falling as we reached the top of the hill.
The plants looked fresher after a night of light rain.
The event went ahead despite light rain, thanks to the covered seating area.
The hikers continued steadily through light rain, careful not to soak their gear.