gust
Gust (noun) means a sudden, strong rush of wind. Example: “A gust of wind blew the umbrella inside out.”
How to use gust
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sudden strong burst of wind, or figuratively a sudden burst of feeling.
Word forms
gusted past tense, gusted past tense, gusts plural, Gusts plural, gusts singular, gusts singular
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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.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for gust
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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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