windstorm

noun

wind·​storm ˈwin(d)-ˌstȯrm How to pronounce windstorm (audio)
: a storm marked by high wind with little or no precipitation

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Kathy Smith, who’s with the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission, said a windstorm in mid-June produced widespread damage and heavy rain across northern Wisconsin, affecting many wild rice beds. Frank Vaisvilas, jsonline.com, 2 Sep. 2025 Most policies cover damage from windstorms and hail but exclude floods, earthquakes, mold and pests. Dan Avery,liz Knueven, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2025 The windstorm marks the third time in the last four years that Burners have faced particularly challenging weather conditions. Katie Bain, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2025 Rogue Valley Humane Society/Facebook Varner said the owner feared the worst after a windstorm blew the door open and the indoor-only cat escaped. Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for windstorm

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of windstorm was in the 14th century

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“Windstorm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/windstorm. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.

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windstorm

noun
wind·​storm -ˌstȯ(ə)rm How to pronounce windstorm (audio)
: a storm with strong wind and little or no rain

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