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Definition of: whirlwind
(hwûrl′wind′) noun
1. A moving atmospheric vortex; a funnel–shaped column of air, with a rapid circular and upward spiral motion around a vertical or inclined axis, causing waterspouts, sand pillars, and dust whirls.
2. Any violent rushing or rotatory movement. See synonyms under CYCLONE.
—adjective Extremely swift or impetuous: a whirlwind courtship.
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