Meaning ofprecipitatein English

Verb

1. to cause something to happen suddenly; quickly
   The storm will precipitate heavy rain in the area.
2. to separate a substance into solid form; from a solution
   The chemist added a reagent to precipitate the silver ions.
3. to form a solid from a liquid solution
   Rapid cooling can precipitate the formation of ice crystals.
4. to fall to the ground; as rain, snow, etc
   The weather forecast said it would precipitate tonight, so we should carry an umbrella.
5. to cause water vapor to condense and fall
   The high mountain peaks can precipitate snow due to the cold air.