1. a person who brings in new business or clients for a company
Usage: business
2. a person who attempts to cause rain to fall, especially through ritual or ceremony
Usage: traditional
3. a person who is very successful at generating money or achieving results
Usage: informal

Examples

• The law firm hired her as a rainmaker to attract wealthy clients.
• He was known as the company’s top rainmaker, bringing in millions in new contracts.
• The tribal rainmaker performed ancient ceremonies during the drought.
• Native American rainmakers used traditional dances to call for precipitation.
• She’s a real rainmaker in the tech industry, turning startups into profitable ventures.
• The investment banker was considered a rainmaker for his ability to close major deals.