waterspouts

plural of waterspout
as in gutters
a pipe or channel for carrying off water from a roof the waterspout became clogged, and then the roof leaked

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Recent Examples of waterspouts Reports of waterspouts came from western Lake Erie and eastern Lake Ontario, according to the Centre. Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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gutters
Noun
  • Bolster or reattach sagging gutters, tighten up screws, and seal any cracks or leaks with gutter sealant.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2025
  • Remove standing water from your flowerpots, gutters, pool covers, pet dishes, or birdbaths.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 Aug. 2025

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“Waterspouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waterspouts. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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