Rain-check Noun - Definition, Pictures, Pronunciation And Usage Notes

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Definition of rain check noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

rain check noun  /ˈreɪn tʃek/  /ˈreɪn tʃek/(especially North American English)Idioms jump to other results

1. a ticket that can be used later if a game, show, etc. is cancelled because of rain

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Idioms take a rain check (on something)

1. (especially North American English, informal) to refuse an offer or invitation but say that you might accept it later
   • ‘Are you coming out with us?’ ‘Can I take a rain check?—I must get this finished tonight.’

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• take a rain check (on something)

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• take a rain check (on something)

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