noun

cyclone

cyclone, tropical storm

A powerful cyclone hit the coastal region.

A powerful cyclone hit the coastal region.

a/the cyclone a large system of winds rotating inwards A powerful cyclone hit the coastal region.

Synonyms: hurricane, typhoon, tornado

From Greek 'kyklon', meaning 'moving in a circle, whirling', related to 'cycle'.

Think of a 'cycle' of wind spinning around.

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