Gust (Noun)
Meaning
A strong current of air; "the tree was bent almost double by the gust".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The window was blown open by a sudden gust of wind that swept through the room.
- A strong gust rocked the small plane, causing the pilot to struggle to maintain control.
- The hikers had to hold onto their hats as a fierce gust of wind whipped through the mountain pass.
- The gust of air from the air conditioner was so cold that it made her shiver.
- A powerful gust of wind knocked over the trash cans, spilling garbage all over the sidewalk.