Synonyms for Waterspout

Definition of waterspout

noun
  1. a tornado passing over water and picking up a column of water and mist
  2. a heavy rain
  3. a channel through which water is discharged (especially one used for drainage from the gutters of a roof)

5 synonyms found

Writing tips for "waterspout"

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With 5 alternatives available, "waterspout" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Waterspout" in song lyrics

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  • "brick waterspout"
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