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Meaning of windstorm
A storm with strong winds
Etymology of windstorm
The word "windstorm" is derived from the Old English words "wind" and "storm", with "wind" coming from the Proto-Germanic word "windiz" and "storm" coming from the Proto-Germanic word "sturmiz", which is also the source of the Modern English word "storm"
The term "windstorm" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a storm with strong winds
Synonyms
hurricane
cyclone
typhoon
storm
gale
tempest
squall
blast
gust
whirlwind
tornado
blizzard
snowstorm
hailstorm
thunderstorm
rainstorm
shower
downpour
cloudburst
flurry
breeze
zephyr
gusty weather
rough weather
bad weather
inclement weather
foul weather
severe weather
extreme weather
wild weather
turbulent weather
violent weather
Definitions
- A storm with strong winds, especially one that causes damage or disruption
- * A storm with winds that are significantly stronger than usual, often causing damage to buildings, trees, and power lines
Usage Examples
- The windstorm caused widespread power outages and property damage
- * The forecast warned of a windstorm with gusts of up to 60 miles per hour
- * The windstorm made it difficult to navigate the roads and highways