Waterspout
(noun)
A whirling column of air and water droplets that is formed by a tornado over a body of water.
Origin:
Compound word made of "water" (noun) + "spout" (verb).
Examples:
- The sailors saw a waterspout and quickly sailed away from it.
- The waterspout was a spectacular sight, but also a dangerous one.
- The fisherman had to return home early because of the waterspout.
- The waterspout was a natural phenomenon caused by a thunderstorm over the sea.
- The waterspout did not cause any damage or injury, but it was a close call.