Gust
/ɡʌst/noun
A brief, strong burst of wind.
Did you know?In some cultures, strong winds were believed to carry the voices of spirits, making gusts a sign of their presence.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*gʲʌst-
“to blow or breathe, referring to air movement.”
Old English
Old English
gēost
“a wind or breeze, often seen as a natural force.”
Middle English
Middle English
gust
“a sudden rush of wind or breath.”
Modern English
English
gust
“a strong, brief burst of wind.”