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.