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- DictionarySquall/skwôl/
noun
- 1. a sudden violent gust of wind or a localized storm, especially one bringing rain, snow, or sleet: "low clouds and squalls of driving rain"
verb
- 1. (of a baby or small child) cry noisily and continuously: "Sarah was squalling in her crib"
to cry out raucously : scream; to utter in a strident voice… See the full definition
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 definition: 1. a sudden strong wind or short storm: 2. a loud, sharp noise 3. (especially of a baby) to make a…. Learn more.
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.
SQUALL meaning: 1. a sudden strong wind or short storm: 2. a loud, sharp noise 3. (especially of a baby) to make a…. Learn more.
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.
noun. 1. storm, gale, flurry, blow, rush, blast, breeze, puff, gust The boat was hit by a squall north of the island. verb. 1. wail, cry, howl, bawl, weep, yowl There was an infant squalling at the back of the church.
