THUNDERSHOWER Meaning and
Definition
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A thundershower is a meteorological phenomenon characterized by the occurrence of thunder and lightning along with rain showers. It is a type of rain shower distinguished by the presence of thunderstorms, which are atmospheric disturbances caused by the rapid expansion and contraction of air surrounding a bolt of lightning. Thundershowers are typically short-lived and localized weather events, lasting anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of hours.
These intense precipitation events are often associated with cumulonimbus clouds, which are towering, vertically-developed clouds capable of producing thunder, lightning, and heavy rainfall. Thundershowers are most commonly observed in tropical and subtropical regions, where warm, moist air provides an ideal environment for the formation of convective storms.
The sound of thunder is created by the rapid heating and expansion of air surrounding a lightning bolt, causing a sonic shockwave. Lightning, which is the visible discharge of electrical energy between the clouds and the ground, is another characteristic feature of thundershowers. These electrifying displays are caused by the buildup and release of electrical charge within a storm cloud.
Thundershowers play a crucial role in the Earth's water cycle, contributing to the replenishment of freshwater sources. However, they can also result in flash flooding, dangerous high winds, and occasionally hail, posing risks to life and property. As such, it is important to take necessary precautions and seek shelter indoors when thundershowers are imminent.
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Sudden and heavy rain during thunder.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for THUNDERSHOWER
- rhundershower
- fhundershower
- ghundershower
- yhundershower
- 6hundershower
- 5hundershower
- tgundershower
- tbundershower
- tnundershower
- tjundershower
- tuundershower
- tyundershower
- thyndershower
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- thjndershower
- thindershower
- thundeshower
- thundershoer
- thundershowes
Etymology of THUNDERSHOWER
The word "thundershower" combines two distinct elements: "thunder" and "shower".
The term "thunder" originates from the Old English word "thunor", which means thunder. This word has Germanic roots and is related to the Old Norse word "thorr", meaning thunder, and the Gothic word "thunraz", which refers to the god of thunder, Thor.
On the other hand, "shower" comes from the Middle English word "souren", which means to shower or rain. It is derived from the Old English word "scūr", which also means shower or storm. Ultimately, it can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*skuraz".
Similar spelling words for THUNDERSHOWER
- thunder snake,
- thunder mug,
- thunderous,
- thunderstorm,
- thunderbird,
- thundercloud,
- thundering,
- thunder lizard,
- thunderclap,
- thunder bay,
- thunderstruck,
- thunderbolt.
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