bourrasque — meaning in English

English meaning

• blast noun An explosion, or the powerful rush of air and force it creates.
• flaw noun A defect or imperfection, often one that is hidden or not obvious at first.
• gust noun A sudden, strong rush of wind.
• squall noun A sudden, brief, and violent storm, often with strong winds and rain or snow.

Senses

bourrasque is used for these senses in English:

• flaw A sudden burst or gust of wind of short duration; windflaw.
• gust A strong, abrupt rush of wind.
• squall (often, nautical) A sudden storm, as found in a squall line.

blast — full definition

1. noun An explosion, or the powerful rush of air and force it creates.
2. noun A sudden strong gust of wind or air.
3. noun An extremely enjoyable time.
4. verb To blow something up or break it apart with explosives.
5. verb To play something, especially music, extremely loudly.

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