DUSTDEVIL

Dust devil

A dust devil is a strong, well-formed, and relatively long-lived whirlwind, ranging from small to large . The primary vertical motion is upward. Dust devils are usually harmless, but can on rare occasions grow large enough to pose a threat to both people and property.

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dust devil

Noun

  1. A small atmospheric vortex appearing in clear, dry conditions, made visible by swirling dust picked up from the ground.
    A dust devil may look harmless, but a large one can overturn a car.


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