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Hailstorm

/ˈheɪl.stɔːrm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A storm during which hail falls.

The farmers were anxious about the hailstorm that threatened to damage their crops.

A severe weather event characterized by the presence of hail.

The hailstorm last night left a layer of ice covering the streets.

An intense short-duration storm that produces hail.

Residents were caught off guard by the sudden hailstorm in the middle of summer.

Etymology

The word hailstorm is derived from Old English 'hægl' meaning hail, combined with 'storm' from Old English 'storm' meaning disturbance of the atmosphere.

Common Phrases and Expressions

catching hail

To be caught in a hailstorm unexpectedly.

hail damage

Damage caused by hail, typically to crops or vehicles.

out of the blue hailstorm

A sudden and unexpected hailstorm.

Related Words

hail

Frozen precipitation that falls from the sky in balls or irregular lumps.

storm

A violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow.

precipitation

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere and reaches the ground.

Slang Meanings

When someone is heavily criticized or attacked verbally.

He faced a hailstorm of questions after the controversial statement.

A term used to describe a chaotic situation.

The meeting turned into a hailstorm when everyone started shouting over each other.