squall
noun
[ skwɔːl ]
• a sudden violent gust of wind or localized storm, especially one bringing rain, snow, or sleet.
• "low clouds and squalls of driving rain"
Similar:
gust,
storm,
blast,
flurry,
shower,
gale,
blow,
rush,
puff,
scud,
windstorm,
thunderstorm,
• a loud cry.
• "he emitted a short mournful squall"
squall
verb
• (of a baby or small child) cry noisily and continuously.
• "Sarah was squalling in her crib"
Origin:
mid 17th century: probably an alteration of squeal, influenced by bawl.
