tornado

[tɔːˈneɪdəʊ]

tornado Definition

a mobile, destructive vortex of violently rotating winds having the appearance of a funnel-shaped cloud and advancing beneath a large storm system.

Using tornado: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tornado" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The tornado destroyed several houses in the neighborhood.

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    The town was hit by a series of tornadoes last year.

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    The tornado warning was issued for the entire county.

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    The tornado caused widespread damage across the region.

tornado Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tornado

Phrases with tornado

  • a tornado that has touched the ground

    Example

    The touchdown tornado caused extensive damage to the area.

  • an area in the central United States where tornadoes are most frequent

    Example

    Oklahoma is located in the heart of tornado alley.

  • an alert issued by the National Weather Service indicating that conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes

    Example

    A tornado watch was issued for the entire state.

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Summary: tornado in Brief

A 'tornado' [tɔːˈneɪdəʊ] is a destructive vortex of violently rotating winds that appears as a funnel-shaped cloud and moves beneath a large storm system. It can cause widespread damage and destruction, as seen in 'The tornado destroyed several houses in the neighborhood.' 'Tornado' has phrases like 'touchdown tornado,' referring to a tornado that has touched the ground, and 'tornado alley,' an area in the central United States where tornadoes are most frequent.

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