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blowdown

/ˈbloʊdaʊn/ noun · British & US
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What does blowdown mean?

noun

A sudden, violent gust of wind, especially one that causes a storm to dissipate. A sudden release of pressure or a sudden drop in water level.

Example

"The storm was followed by a massive blowdown that knocked over trees and power lines."

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