I . n.
1.
Tempest, gale, hurricane, tornado, squall, whirlwind, violent wind ( usually accompanied with rain, hail , or snow ).
2.
Disturbance, agitation, commotion, tumult, turmoil, clamor, sedition, insurrection, outbreak.
3.
Calamity, adversity, distress, affliction.
4.
Attack, assault, onslaught, onset, first brunt.
5.
Violence, tumultuous force.
II . v. a.
Attack ( with violence, as a fortification ), assault.
III . v. n.
1.
Blow violently ( with or without rain, hail , or snow ).
2.
Rage, fume, rant, tear.