Definition of Williwaw

a suddenly violent, gust of cold wind blowing down from mountain coast towards the sea

Examples of Williwaw in a sentence

A strong williwaw blew in from the coast and shipwrecked a vessel trying to make its way around the Cape Horn.  🔊

A gust of cold wind swept over the coast, chilling everything that came in contact with the williwaw.  🔊

The meteorologist explained that a williwaw is a windstorm created by gravity’s effects on cold air.  🔊

When dense air is pulled down from the mountains towards the sea, a williwaw occurs.  🔊

Because the wind is so strong, a williwaw can break windows and rip of roofs.  🔊

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