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Meaning of Rainbow
The primary meaning of the word "Rainbow" is a colorful, arc-shaped phenomenon appearing in the sky after a rain shower.
Definitions
- A rainbow is an arc of color appearing in the sky due to the refraction and dispersion of sunlight as it passes through water droplets in the air.
- * It typically consists of the colors of the visible spectrum, often appearing as a band of colors in the order of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.
Etymology of Rainbow
The word "Rainbow" has its roots in Old English, where it was spelled "regn-boga" or "rain-bow", with "regn" meaning rain and "boga" meaning bow.
The term has been used to describe the colorful arc-shaped phenomenon since the 14th century, with its modern spelling emerging in the 16th century.
Example Uses
- After the storm, a beautiful rainbow appeared in the sky, stretching from one end of the horizon to the other.
- * The rainbow-colored flag waved proudly in the wind, symbolizing diversity and inclusivity.
- * The artist's use of rainbow hues in her painting added a sense of vibrancy and energy to the piece.