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tornado

/tɔː(ΙΉ)ˈneΙͺ.dΙ™ΚŠ/
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noun

Simple Meaning

a very strong wind that spins quickly and can cause a lot of damage.

When to Use

πŸ’¬Daily ConversationπŸ“°News & MediaπŸ“Exam Vocabulary
Intermediate β€” can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

β€œWe had to go to the basement because of the tornado warning.”

β€œThat tornado destroyed several houses in the area.”

β–ΆFull Definition

A violent windstorm characterized by a mobile, twisting, funnel-shaped cloud.

β€œA tornado is a rotating column of air.”

Related Words

Synonyms:
cyclonetwisterstorm
Antonyms:
Word Family:
tornadotornadoestornadic

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