Meaning & Definition of word "Typhoon"
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Typhoon
/taɪˈfuːn/
noun:
- 1. A tropical storm that occurs in the western Pacific or Indian Oceans, characterized by strong winds and heavy rain.
- Example: The typhoon caused widespread devastation across the coastal towns.
- 2. A storm with a wind speed of 74 miles per hour or more, classified as a type of hurricane in the Pacific region.
- Example: Meteorologists predicted that the typhoon would weaken as it moved inland.
- 3. A violent and tumultuous situation or event.
- Example: The political landscape was like a typhoon, swirling with conflict and unrest.
Etymology
From the Cantonese word 蝴蝶 (tāi fū) meaning 'great wind'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
typhoon season:
The time of year when typhoons are most frequent in a region.
eye of a typhoon:
The calm center of a typhoon.
typhoon warning:
A notice issued concerning the possibility of a typhoon.
Related Words
cyclone:
A large scale air mass that rotates around a strong center of low atmospheric pressure.
hurricane:
A storm system that forms over warm ocean waters in the Atlantic or northeastern Pacific.
Slang Meanings of typhoon
Meaning: Typhoon party
Example Sentence: We had a typhoon party to ride out the storm with friends.
Meaning: Typhoon vibes
Example Sentence: Feeling those typhoon vibes with all this wild weather.