snowstorm

noun

snow·​storm ˈsnō-ˌstȯrm How to pronounce snowstorm (audio)
: a storm of or with snow

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The poster, 34-year-old Ellen, told that her kitten's name is Earl Grey, and he was found outside in a snowstorm in January with his brother Tommy. Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025 When a shocking revelation leaves her stranded in a snowstorm, Joy finds unexpected solace in Ridge (Tosin Morohunfola). Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2025 After two hikers lost their way during an unexpected snowstorm in Washington’s Snoqualmie region, search and rescue personnel are urging anyone recreating in the backcountry to be prepared. Outside, 23 Oct. 2025 When a snowstorm blows up suddenly and socks in the entire area, Lester and Mike begin a search that soon expands with the aid of local neighbors and law enforcement. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for snowstorm

Word History

First Known Use

1755, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of snowstorm was in 1755

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“Snowstorm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snowstorm. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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snowstorm

noun
snow·​storm -ˌstȯrm How to pronounce snowstorm (audio)
: a storm of falling snow

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