Meaning of the word "heavy rain" in English

What does "heavy rain" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

heavy rain

US /ˈhɛv.i reɪn/
UK /ˈhɛv.i reɪn/

Noun

intense and abundant rainfall

Example:
The forecast predicts heavy rain for the entire weekend.
We had to cancel our outdoor plans due to the sudden onset of heavy rain.