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waterspout in Spanish

waterspout in Spanish is tifón, tromba — waterspout means a spinning column of wind that forms over water and is not part of a storm's rotating core.

waterspout in Spanish

tifón
noun
A whirlwind that forms over water, not associated with a mesocyclone of a thunderstorm (contrary to a true tornado).
tromba
noun
A whirlwind that forms over water, not associated with a mesocyclone of a thunderstorm (contrary to a true tornado).

What does "waterspout" mean?

  1. noun A spinning column of wind that forms over water and is not part of a storm's rotating core.
  2. noun A tornado that moves out over open water.
  3. noun A column of water thrown up from the surface after a blast or heavy impact.
  4. noun A pipe that carries water away, usually from a roof's guttering.
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What is "waterspout" in Spanish?
"waterspout" in Spanish is tifón, tromba. waterspout means: A spinning column of wind that forms over water and is not part of a storm's rotating core.
Are there other ways to say "waterspout" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "waterspout": tifón, tromba.
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