windstorm
nounUK /ˈwɪnd.stɔːm/
US /ˈwɪnd.stɔːrm/
A windstorm is a very strong wind that blows hard and can knock things down.
The windstorm blew the garden chairs across the yard.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A storm with strong winds but little or no rain.
A dry windstorm swept dust over the fields.
3. A violent wind that causes damage to buildings and trees.
The windstorm tore the roof off the old barn.
4. Any weather event where wind is the main danger.
Officials warned that the windstorm could bring down power lines.