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:

  1. The sailors saw a waterspout and quickly sailed away from it.
  2. The waterspout was a spectacular sight, but also a dangerous one.
  3. The fisherman had to return home early because of the waterspout.
  4. The waterspout was a natural phenomenon caused by a thunderstorm over the sea.
  5. The waterspout did not cause any damage or injury, but it was a close call.
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