A Dew
- (uncountable) Any moisture from the atmosphere condensed by cool bodies upon their surfaces.Dew - Wikipedia
- (uncountable) Moisture in the air that settles on plants, etc in the morning, resulting in drops Synonym: (obsolete) rore
- (countable, but see usage notes) An instance of such moisture settling on plants, etc.
- (figuratively) Anything that falls lightly and in a refreshing manner.
- (figuratively) An emblem of morning, or fresh vigour.
Usage notes
- Although the countable sense is still used, the plural form is now archaic or poetic only.