thunderstorm

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Noun thunderstorm has 1 sense

thunderstorm, electrical storm, electric storm - a storm resulting from strong rising air currents; heavy rain or hail along with thunder and lightning
--₁ is a kind of storm, violent storm

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Thunderstorm

Definition:

A thunderstorm is a weather phenomenon characterized by the presence of thunder, lightning, heavy rain, and often strong winds. It is often accompanied by dark clouds and can be a dramatic display of atmospheric electricity.

Senses:

Noun: A violent and noisy storm that brings thunder, lightning, and heavy rain.
Verb: To experience or be subjected to a thunderstorm.

Examples:

Noun: The powerful thunderstorm rattled the windows with its booming thunder.
Noun: We had to take shelter during the severe thunderstorm to avoid getting drenched.
Verb: We decided to stay indoors as the forecast predicted that the area would thunderstorm.
Verb: Our camping trip was ruined when it thunderstormed for hours on end.