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- Dictionarysquall/skwɔːl/
noun
- 1. a sudden violent gust of wind or localized storm, especially one bringing rain, snow, or sleet: "low clouds and squalls of driving rain"
- 2. a loud cry: "he emitted a short mournful squall"
verb
- 1. (of a baby or small child) cry noisily and continuously: "Sarah was squalling in her crib"
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Learn the different meanings and uses of the word squall, from a raucous cry to a violent wind. See synonyms, examples, etymology, and related phrases of squall.
Squall can mean a sudden strong wind or short storm, a loud, sharp noise, or a baby's cry. Learn how to use this word in different contexts and languages with Cambridge Dictionary.
A squall is a sudden, sharp increase in wind speed lasting minutes, as opposed to a wind gust, which lasts for only seconds. They are usually associated with active weather, such as rain showers, thunderstorms, or heavy snow. [2]
Squall definition: a sudden, strong wind of brief duration that is sustained for at least two minutes at a speed of at least 16 knots (18 miles per hour, 8 meters per second), often accompanied by precipitation, and then rapidly diminishes in speed. See examples of SQUALL used in a sentence.
Squall can mean a sudden strong wind or short storm, a loud, sharp noise, or a baby's cry. Learn how to use this word in different contexts and languages with Cambridge Dictionary.
A squall is a powerful, usually brief, burst of wind that usually brings rain or snow with it. When a snow squall blows across the mountain, skiers take a break in the ski lodge.
A squall is a sudden strong wind or a violent storm, or a loud unpleasant noise. Learn how to use the word in different contexts, synonyms, pronunciation, and related terms.
