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gust


2gust

noun

Definition of GUST

1
: a sudden brief rush of wind
2
: a sudden outburst : surge <a gust of emotion>
gust·i·ly \ˈgəs-tə-lē\ adverb
gust·i·ness \-tē-nəs\ noun
gusty \-tē\ adjective

Origin of GUST

probably from Old Norse gustr; akin to Old High German gussa flood, and perhaps to Old English gēotan to pour — more at found
First Known Use: 1588

Other Climate/Meteorology Terms

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