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whirl·wind
 whirlwind
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- pronunciation:
- wuhrl
wInd
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noun |
| definition 1: |
A whirlwind is a powerful storm in which strong winds move in a circular motion. Tornadoes are a kind of whirlwind.
The whirlwind was not very wide, but it caused a lot of damage as it traveled over the land. |
| definition 2: |
Something that is very powerful and can move very quickly is sometimes called a "whirlwind."
The new player is a whirlwind on the soccer field. |
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