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| pre·cip·i·ta·tion [ prə sìppi táysh'n ] |
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1. rain, snow, or hail: rain, snow, or hail, all of which are formed by condensation of moisture in the atmosphere and fall to the ground
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2. formation of rain, snow, or hail: the formation of rain, snow, or hail from moisture in the air
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3. formation of suspension in solution: the formation of a suspension of an insoluble compound by mixing two solutions
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4. haste: great or excessive haste
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formal
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  He deeply regretted the precipitation of his resignation from the position.
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5. hastening of something: the act of making something happen earlier or more suddenly than expected
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formal
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circumstances that led to the precipitation of my decision to resign
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6. throwing down of somebody or something: the throwing of somebody or something from a great height
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formal
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