hurricane
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Simple Meaning
a very strong storm with heavy rain and powerful winds.
When to Use
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Examples in Conversation
âThe hurricane is expected to hit the coast tomorrow morning.â
âHave you ever been through a hurricane before?â
Learning Path
âśFull Definition
A severe tropical cyclone in the North Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, or in the eastern North Pacific off the west coast of Mexico, with winds of 119 km/h (74 miles per hour) or greater accompanied by rain, lightning, and thunder that sometimes moves into temperate latitudes.