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northeaster

/ˈnɔrθiːstər/ noun · British & US
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What does northeaster mean?

noun

A northeaster is a type of storm that brings strong winds and heavy rain from the northeast. It is often associated with cold air from Canada.

Example

"The northeaster caused widespread power outages and flooding in the coastal towns."

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