waterspout
Definitions
A rotating column of water and spray formed by a whirlwind occurring over a body of water.
A pipe or spout through which water is discharged, typically from the roof of a building.
Examples
The sailors watched in awe as a massive waterspout formed over the calm surface of the ocean.
A sudden waterspout moved toward the coastline, forcing beachgoers to seek immediate shelter.
Although it looked like a tornado, the phenomenon was actually a waterspout spinning above the lake.
Synonyms
Antonyms
calm stillness tranquility drought serenity stagnation peace