squall line

noun

Meaning

A narrow, elongated band of active thunderstorms that often forms along or ahead of a cold front.

Examples

Meteorologists issued a severe weather warning as the squall line approached the metropolitan area.
The squall line brought intense wind gusts and heavy rainfall that caused widespread power outages.

Synonyms: storm front, thunderstorm line, convective line

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squall line

noun

Pronunciation: /skwɔːl laɪn/

Definition

A narrow, elongated band of active thunderstorms that often forms along or ahead of a cold front.

Examples

Meteorologists issued a severe weather warning as the squall line approached the metropolitan area.
The squall line brought intense wind gusts and heavy rainfall that caused widespread power outages.

Synonyms of squall line

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