Snowstorm

/ˈsnoʊˌstɔrm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A heavy fall of snow, often accompanied by strong winds and low visibility.

The snowstorm caused the city to shut down, with schools and businesses closing their doors.

A weather event characterized by the rapid accumulation of snow and often hazardous conditions.

Last night’s snowstorm left several inches of snow on the ground, making travel treacherous.

A time when snowfall is particularly intense and is accompanied by blizzard-like conditions.

We decided to stay indoors during the snowstorm, preferring to watch movies rather than brave the elements.

A snow event that disrupts everyday activities, leading to difficulties in transportation and daily routines.

The snowstorm hit the area unexpectedly, stranding many motorists on the highway.

An intense or severe snow event indicating bad weather conditions.

The forecast warned of a major snowstorm approaching the region over the weekend.

The word 'snowstorm' is a compound of 'snow' and 'storm', both originating from Old English.

snowed in

unable to leave home due to heavy snowfall.

snow day

a day off from school or work due to snow.

snowball effect

a situation that grows increasingly larger or more difficult.

blizzard

A severe snowstorm with strong sustained winds.

flurry

A brief period of light snowfall.

snowdrift

A mound of snow created by the wind.

Snowmageddon

Everyone was calling it Snowmageddon because it snowed nonstop for three days.

Winter Wonderland

After the snowstorm, the whole town looked like a winter wonderland.