thunderstorm
nounfeminine/tɾuˈvoadɐ/high
tro·vo·a·da
Definition
A storm characterized by lightning and thunder, often accompanied by heavy rain.
The thunderstorm knocked out the power for several hours.
We could see the lightning from the approaching thunderstorm.
Common collocations
severe thunderstormsummer thunderstormthunderstorm warning
Etymology
Do latim *tonitru*, -us, com influência de *trovão*.