shower
word
Definition
A shower is a way of washing your body by standing under running water, or the device that sprays the water. It can also mean a short period of rain or a large number of small things falling or being given at once.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly, 'take a shower' means wash your body; 'have a shower' is also common, especially in British English. 'Shower' can be both a noun and a verb: 'a shower', 'to shower'. Common collocations include 'shower head', 'shower curtain', 'morning shower', 'rain shower', and 'baby shower'. Don't confuse everyday 'shower' with only bathroom use; context may mean weather or a celebratory event.
Example Sentences
I take a shower every morning.
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The shower in this bathroom is broken.
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A quick shower started in the afternoon.
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Let me take a shower first, then we can go out.
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We got caught in a sudden shower on the way home.
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They showered her with compliments after the performance.
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