Nor’wester

Pronunciation: /ˈnɔrwɛstər/

Definitions of nor’wester

noun a type of wind that blows in the region of the Indian Ocean and the coast of East Africa, often bringing heavy rain

Example Sentences

A1 A nor'wester is a type of wind that blows from the northwest.

A2 During a nor'wester, the winds can be quite strong and cause damage.

B1 The nor'wester brought heavy rain and thunderstorms to the region.

B2 Sailors need to be cautious of nor'westers when out at sea.

C1 The nor'wester in the area is known for its unpredictable nature.

C2 Meteorologists study the effects of nor'westers on local weather patterns.

Examples of nor’wester in a Sentence

formal The nor'wester wind brought heavy rain and thunderstorms to the region.

informal I heard we're expecting a nor'wester later today, so don't forget your umbrella!

slang When the nor'wester hits, it's time to batten down the hatches.

figurative The nor'wester of criticism from her boss left her feeling defeated.

Grammatical Forms of nor’wester

• plural: nor'westers
• comparative: more nor'wester
• superlative: most nor'wester
• present tense: nor'wester
• future tense: will nor'wester
• perfect tense: have nor'westered
• continuous tense: is nor'westering
• singular: nor'wester
• positive degree: nor'wester
• infinitive: to nor'wester
• gerund: nor'westering
• participle: nor'westered

Origin and Evolution of nor’wester

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'nor'wester' originated from the combination of the words 'northern' and 'westerly', describing a wind blowing from the northwest direction.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a specific type of wind direction, the term 'nor'wester' has evolved to also refer to a storm or weather system associated with such winds in regions like New Zealand and Australia.