B2nounnatureenvironment
US/ˈhɜːr.ɪ.keɪn/
UK/ˈhʌr.ɪ.kən/
a very strong storm with powerful winds and heavy rain that forms over the Atlantic Ocean
In context
The hurricane destroyed hundreds of homes along the coast.
Residents were told to leave before the hurricane hit the city.
The hurricane season in the Atlantic lasts from June to November.
Words that go with hurricane
noun + noun
- hurricane seasonHurricane season starts in June.
- hurricane damageHurricane damage cost the state billions of dollars.
- hurricane warningA hurricane warning was issued for the whole coast.
- hurricane survivorsHurricane survivors were given food and shelter by volunteers.
adjective + noun
- category 4 hurricaneA category 4 hurricane is expected on Friday.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
A hurricane hit to Vietnam last year.Correct: A typhoon hit Vietnam last year.