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Squally: meaning, definitions and examples

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squally

 

[ ˈskwɔːli ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

weather condition

Squally refers to weather characterized by sudden, violent gusts of wind, often associated with rain or storms. This term is commonly used in meteorology to describe a weather pattern that can be unpredictable and intense. Squally conditions can be dangerous, especially for outdoor activities and maritime operations.

Synonyms

blustery, gusty, stormy

Examples of usage

  • The squally weather made sailing dangerous.
  • We experienced a squally afternoon with strong winds.
  • The forecast warns of squally conditions this evening.

Translations

Translations of the word "squally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tempestuoso

🇮🇳 तूफानी

🇩🇪 stürmisch

🇮🇩 angin kencang

🇺🇦 штормовий

🇵🇱 burzowy

🇯🇵 暴風の

🇫🇷 tempétueux

🇪🇸 tormentoso

🇹🇷 fırtınalı

🇰🇷 폭풍우의

🇸🇦 عاصف

🇨🇿 bouřlivý

🇸🇰 búrlivý

🇨🇳 暴风雨的

🇸🇮 nevihtno

🇮🇸 stormasamt

🇰🇿 дауылдылық

🇬🇪 ტყუპური

🇦🇿 fırtınalı

🇲🇽 tempestuoso

Etymology

The word 'squally' has its origins in the early 17th century, derived from the word 'squall', which is a sudden, sharp increase in wind speed. The term 'squall' itself comes from Middle Dutch 'squallen', meaning to cry out or howl, which reflects the loud and turbulent nature of squally weather. Over time, 'squally' evolved to describe not just wind but also the accompanying elements of weather like rain and storm. It has been used in nautical contexts to alert sailors to changing and potentially dangerous weather conditions. As maritime activity was crucial in historical societies, the accurate description of squally weather has remained significant for safety and navigation.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,229, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.