ballotade

/ˌbæləˈteɪd, -ˈtæt/ (BAL-uh-tayd, -TAT)

Definitions

1. noun

A sudden gust of wind, especially one that blows through a valley or between hills.

“The ballotade caused the trees to sway violently in the orchard.”

Synonyms

  • blast
  • gust

Antonyms

  • calm
  • stillness