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Waterspout
01
a sudden, intense downpour of rain
Examples
We were caught in a waterspout on our hike.
The waterspout flooded the streets within minutes.
02
a pipe or channel that carries water away, especially from a roof gutter
Examples
Rainwater ran down the waterspout into the garden.
The old house had a cast-iron waterspout along the eaves.
03
a tornado occurring over a body of water, characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud filled with water droplets or spray
Examples
The waterspout formed over the lake, creating a mesmerizing yet potentially dangerous spectacle.
Sailors encountered a waterspout off the coast, prompting them to alter their course to avoid the swirling vortex.
