waterspout Antonyms
Meaning of waterspout
waterspout (n)
a tornado passing over water and picking up a column of water and mist
a heavy rain
a channel through which water is discharged (especially one used for drainage from the gutters of a roof)
waterspout (n.)
A remarkable meteorological phenomenon, of the nature of a tornado or whirlwind, usually observed over the sea, but sometimes over the land.
waterspout Sentence Examples
- The towering waterspout crashed into the ocean, sending spray high into the air.
- Sailors watched in awe as the colossal waterspout danced across the horizon.
- The sudden appearance of a waterspout forced the boaters to seek shelter immediately.
- The rotating column of water surged upwards towards the storm clouds, creating a surreal spectacle.
- The roar of the waterspout filled the air as it indiscriminately lashed the surrounding area.
- The town was unprepared for the devastating force of the waterspout, which uprooted trees and flooded homes.
- The waterspout disappeared as quickly as it had formed, leaving behind a trail of destruction in its wake.
- Scientists studied the rare occurrence of a waterspout over the open ocean.
- The captain ordered the crew to avoid the approaching waterspout, fearing its destructive potential.
- The waterspout's raging torrents sent fishing boats crashing against the rocks.
FAQs About the word waterspout
a tornado passing over water and picking up a column of water and mist, a heavy rain, a channel through which water is discharged (especially one used for drain
gutter, drainpipe,spout, trough, aqueduct, drain, rainspout, conduit,duct, eaves trough
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The towering waterspout crashed into the ocean, sending spray high into the air.
Sailors watched in awe as the colossal waterspout danced across the horizon.
The sudden appearance of a waterspout forced the boaters to seek shelter immediately.
The rotating column of water surged upwards towards the storm clouds, creating a surreal spectacle.
