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Cumulonimbus

Definition: Cumulonimbus is a type of dense and towering vertical cloud associated with thunderstorms and characterized by its dark, anvil-shaped top. It is formed through the rapid rising of warm, moist air and often brings severe weather conditions, including heavy rain, lightning, strong winds, and occasionally hail or tornadoes.

Senses:

1. Noun: A large and highly developed vertical cloud with a flat anvil-shaped top that forms when moist warm air rises rapidly.

- The cumulonimbus cloud dominated the skyline, signaling the approaching thunderstorm.

2. Noun: A thunderstorm accompanied by cumulonimbus clouds.

- The cumulonimbus brought torrential rain and strong winds to the region.

Sample Sentences:

- As the temperature increased, towering cumulonimbus clouds started to build up on the horizon.

- The cumulonimbus cloud was so massive that it threatened to block out the sun.

- The cumulonimbus was a sight to behold with its dark and menacing presence.

- When a cumulonimbus forms, it is wise to seek shelter due to the potential for severe weather.

- We could hear the distant rumble of thunder, signaling the approach of a cumulonimbus.

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