whirlwind
Translation
whirlwind, tornado, flurry, rush
Examples
A whirlwind swept across the desert.
A whirlwind swept across the desert.
It was a whirlwind romance.
It was a whirlwind romance.
The last few days have been a whirlwind.
The last few days have been a whirlwind.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) whirlwind A column of rotating air. A whirlwind swept across the desert.
((a)) whirlwind ((noun)) An adjective describing something that happens very fast. It was a whirlwind romance.
((a)) whirlwind of ((sth.)) A noun for a series of fast-paced events. The trip was a whirlwind of activity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tornado, cyclone, flurry, rush
Etymology
From 'whirl' (to turn) and 'wind'. Literally a 'turning wind'.
Memory Tips
Imagine wind whirling so fast it becomes a blur. This applies to both weather and fast-paced events.