Definition and meaning of English word "blizzard"
blizzard
/ˈblɪzərd/
Meaning
NounA large snowstorm accompanied by strong winds and greatly reduced visibility caused by blowing snow.
How to use
The term 'blizzard' is typically used in informal to formal contexts to describe severe snowstorms, particularly in North America. A common grammatical nuance is that 'blizzard' can be used as a countable noun, e.g., 'a blizzard hit the city,' or as an uncountable phenomenon, e.g., 'the blizzard caused widespread disruptions.' Learners should note that while 'blizzard' implies strong winds and reduced visibility, not all snowstorms qualify as blizzards.
🇬🇧 English
blizzard
Example
The ferocious mountain blizzard paralyzed public transportation and trapped travellers in their cars.
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Common phrases
- blizzard warning— blizzard warning
- blizzard conditions— blizzard conditions
- blizzard hit— blizzard hit
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The English word "blizzard" means "blizzard" in English.
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