gust (/ɡʌst/)
noun · Intermediate · Nature & Environment
🔊 /ɡʌst/
Meaning
Meaning: a sudden strong rush of wind
A sudden, strong rush of wind. It often comes and goes quickly during windy weather.
Examples
🗣 A gust of wind blew his hat off.
Etymology
From Old Norse ‘gustr’ (a gust, blast).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for sudden bursts of wind and, figuratively, of emotion.
Tags: weather, wind