rainfly
nounUK /ˈreɪnflaɪ/
US /ˈreɪnflaɪ/
A rainfly is a small cover that goes over a tent to keep the rain out.
We put the rainfly on the tent before it started to rain.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A lightweight outer sheet stretched over a hammock to block rain.
He tied the rainfly above his hammock so he would stay dry.
3. A protective flap on a backpack that keeps water off the gear.
The backpack's rainfly kept my books dry during the storm.
4. A removable roof panel on some outdoor gear that shields from weather.
She snapped the rainfly onto the gear cart before the downpour.