heatwave
Translation
heatwave
Examples
The country is experiencing a severe heatwave.
The country is experiencing a severe heatwave.
Stay indoors during the heatwave.
Stay indoors during the heatwave.
Grammar Patterns
a heatwave a period of very hot weather The UK is preparing for a heatwave.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hot spell, scorcher; Antonyms: cold snap, cold spell
Etymology
A compound of 'heat' (high temperature) and 'wave' (a moving disturbance). Literally, a wave of heat.
Memory Tips
Imagine a giant wave, but instead of water, it's made of intense heat washing over the land.