English · Nature & Environment
gust
/ɡʌst/
[/ɡʌst/]
a sudden strong rush of wind
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A sudden, strong rush of wind. It often comes and goes quickly during windy weather.
Example
A gust of wind blew his hat off.
A gust of wind blew his hat off.
Etymology
From Old Norse 'gustr' (a gust, blast).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for sudden bursts of wind and, figuratively, of emotion.