snowstorm
Translation
snowstorm, blizzard
Examples
The snowstorm lasted for two days.
The snowstorm lasted for two days.
We were trapped indoors by the snowstorm.
We were trapped indoors by the snowstorm.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) snowstorm A heavy snowstorm is forecast for tonight.
Similar Words
Synonyms: blizzard, flurry
Etymology
A compound word from 'snow' and 'storm'. Literally a storm of snow.
Memory Tips
Picture a storm, but instead of rain, it's heavy snow.