hurricane
Translation
hurricane, tropical cyclone
Examples
The hurricane made landfall in Florida.
The hurricane made landfall in Florida.
A hurricane of activity followed the announcement.
A hurricane of activity followed the announcement.
Grammar Patterns
a hurricane hits/strikes ((a place)) a powerful storm arrives in a place. The hurricane is expected to hit the coast tomorrow.
a hurricane of ((sth.)) a large amount or rush of something. He faced a hurricane of questions from the press.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cyclone, typhoon, tempest, gale
Etymology
From Spanish 'huracán', which is from Taino (an Arawakan language of the Caribbean) 'hurakán', meaning 'god of the storm'.
Memory Tips
It sounds like 'hurry cane', as if the wind is so strong it's in a hurry and bending canes.