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Hurricane

Definition:

A hurricane is a powerful tropical cyclone characterized by strong winds, heavy rainfall, and spiral-shaped bands of clouds. It typically forms over warm ocean waters and can cause severe damage when it makes landfall.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A tropical cyclone with sustained winds of at least 74 miles per hour (119 kilometers per hour) or higher, usually accompanied by rain, thunder, and lightning.

2. A person or thing that causes great destruction or disturbance.

Verb:

1. To to cause major devastation, destruction, or disruption.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

When people talk about hurricanes, they often refer to the severe tropical storms that form in the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico.

Example Sentence: The news warns the coastal residents to take necessary precautions as a Category 4 hurricane is approaching the region.

Local Usage:

In certain regions, particularly in the Indian Ocean and Western Pacific, hurricanes are referred to as cyclones or typhoons depending on their location.

Example Sentence: The Pacific islands are bracing themselves for the typhoon, as residents stock up on essential supplies.