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hurricane

noun

/ˈhʌrɪkən/

Meaning

A violent tropical storm with very strong winds and heavy rain.

The hurricane destroyed hundreds of homes along the coast.

ride out the hurricane

storm, cyclone, typhoon, tempest, whirlwind

calm, stillness, tranquility

violent hurricane, hurricane season, hurricane warning

The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.

An area of sand or small stones beside the sea or a lake.

feeling of sorrow, unhappiness, or grief

A person who studies or predicts the future, especially trends in science, technology, or society.

an appliance for washing dishes automatically

A condition in which there is a deficiency of red cells or hemoglobin in the blood.