waterspout

noun

Meaning

A whirlwind that forms over water, not associated with a mesocyclone of a thunderstorm (contrary to a true tornado).
A true tornado that passes over a body of water.
A channel through which water is discharged, especially from the gutters of a roof.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

deluge(English)cloudburst(English)downpour(English)torrent(English)soaker(English)water spout(English)whirlstorm(English)whirlwind(English)onshore(English)vortex(English)tornado(English)tornadoes(English)

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Sources

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