squall
noun
1. sudden violent winds; often accompanied by precipitation
Definition categories: phenomenon, wind
verb
1. make high-pitched, whiney noises
Definition categories: communication, howl, roar, ululate, wail, yaup, yawl
2. utter a sudden loud cry
Similar word(s): call, cry, holler, hollo, scream, shout, yell
Definition categories: communication, emit, utter
3. blow in a squall
- When it squalls, a prudent sailor reefs his sails