noun
Uncommon
gust
guhst
Gust (noun) means a sudden, strong rush of wind. Example: “A gust of wind blew the umbrella inside out.”
noun
1
A sudden, strong rush of wind.
"A gust of wind blew the umbrella inside out."
2
A sudden burst of emotion.
"A gust of anger swept over him at the news."
verb
1
To blow in strong, sudden bursts.
"The wind gusted up to 60 miles per hour along the coast."
How to use gust
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sudden strong burst of wind, or figuratively a sudden burst of feeling.
Common pairings
gust of wind
wind gusting to
gust of emotion
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Word forms
- Plural
- gusts
- Third person singular
- gusts
- Past tense
- gusted
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A _____ of wind blew the umbrella inside out.
Etymology
From an early English word borrowed from Old Norse gustr ("a gust, blast"); related to gush.
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What does “gust” mean?
The word “gust” means a sudden, strong rush of wind. In plain terms, a sudden strong burst of wind, or figuratively a sudden burst of feeling.
How do you pronounce “gust”?
“Gust” is pronounced guhst (/ɡʌst/ in IPA).
How do you use “gust” in a sentence?
Here is “gust” used in a sentence: “A gust of wind blew the umbrella inside out.”
What part of speech is “gust”?
Depending on how it is used, “gust” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “gust” come from?
The word “gust” comes from Old Norse. From an early English word borrowed from Old Norse gustr ("a gust, blast"); related to gush.
Is “gust” a common word?
“Gust” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “gust” have?
“Gust” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden, strong rush of wind.
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