waterspout
noun
UK/ˈwɔː.tə.spaʊt/
US/ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ.spaʊt/
Definitions of waterspout noun
- Countable
a rotating column of water and spray formed over a body of water, often resembling a tornado
Waterspouts are not uncommon in tropical regions.
A fishing boat was nearly engulfed by a massive waterspout.
An impressive waterspout formed off the coast that morning.