Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gust
noun
/ɡʌst/
Definition
A strong, brief burst of wind.
Examples
- The gust of wind knocked my hat off.
- She felt a gust of fresh air as she opened the window.
- During the storm, there were gusts reaching up to 60 miles per hour.
Meaning
Gust refers to a sudden and powerful wind that can change direction and intensity quickly.
Synonyms
- burst
- blast
- flurry
- squall
- surge
