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Meaning of the word tornado in English

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tornado

US /tɔːrˈneɪ.doʊ/

UK /tɔːˈneɪ.dəʊ/

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Noun

a violent rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground

Example:

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The tornado ripped through the town, causing widespread destruction.

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People took shelter as the tornado warning was issued.

Synonym:

cyclone whirlwind twister

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