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Definitions for Squall

[1] a sudden, violent gust of wind, often accompanied by rain, snow, or sleet.
[2] a sudden disturbance or commotion.
[3] to blow as a squall.
[4] to cry or scream loudly and violently: The hungry baby began to squall.
[5] to utter in a screaming tone.
[6] the act or sound of squalling: The baby's squall was heard next door.
[7] a sudden strong wind or brief turbulent storm
[8] any sudden commotion or show of temper
[9] (intr) to blow in a squall
[10] (intr) to cry noisily; yell
[11] a shrill or noisy yell or howl

Words related to Squall

gale, windstorm, tempest, gust, shower, flurry, blow, draft, storm, commotion, gush, trouble, blast, bluster, wind

Words nearby Squall

squadron, squadron leader, squadsman, squalene, squalid, squall, squall line, squally, squalor, squam-, squama

Origin of Squall

21625–35; perhaps < Old Norse skvala shriek, cry; compare Swedish, Norwegian skvala splash, stream

Other words from Squall

squall·ish , adjective
squall·er , noun

Word origin for Squall

C17: probably of Scandinavian origin; compare Icelandic skvala to shout; see squeal

Synonyms for Squall

gale, gust, tempest, windstorm, blow, draft, storm