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Meaning of hurricane
A hurricane refers to a type of intense tropical cyclone that forms over the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico.
Etymology of hurricane
The word "hurricane" originates from the Taino people's word "huracán," referring to their storm god, which was later adopted into Spanish as "huracán" and then into various other languages.
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe intense tropical cyclones in the Caribbean and North Atlantic.
Synonyms
storm
cyclone
typhoon
gale
tempest
whirlwind
tornado
blizzard
squall
gust
blast
windstorm
thunderstorm
rainstorm
flood
deluge
cloudburst
downpour
shower
monsoon
tropical storm
subtropical storm
depression
low-pressure system
high wind
strong wind
violent storm
severe weather
rough weather
bad weather
inclement weather
foul weather
dirty weather
wild weather
turbulent weather
tempestuous weather
boisterous weather
Definitions
- A large, rotating low-pressure weather system with sustained winds of at least 74 mph, forming over warm ocean waters in the Atlantic, Caribbean, or Gulf of Mexico.
- * A tropical cyclone with maximum sustained winds of 74 mph or higher, classified based on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.
Usage Examples
- The hurricane warning was issued for the coastal areas, prompting evacuations and preparations for the worst.
- * The category 4 hurricane made landfall, causing widespread destruction and power outages.
- * Scientists study hurricanes to better understand their formation, behavior, and impact on the environment and human populations.