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equinoctial storm

 

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Noun equinoctial storm has 1 sense
  1. line storm, equinoctial storm - a violent rainstorm near the time of an equinox
    --1 is a kind of rainstorm

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Equinoctial Storm

Definition:

An equinoctial storm refers to a severe storm occurring near the equinox, which is the time when the sun crosses the celestial equator. These storms are often characterized by strong winds, heavy rainfall, and thunderstorms.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

The term equinoctial storm can refer to a storm that occurs during the equinox, typically in spring or autumn.

Example Sentence: The equinoctial storm brought torrential rain and caused flooding in many low-lying areas.

Sense 2:

In a broader sense, equinoctial storm can also describe any severe or violent storm regardless of the time of year or location.

Example Sentence: The small coastal town was hit by an equinoctial storm, causing widespread damage to houses and infrastructure.

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