whirlbat

/ˈhwɜːlbæt/

Definitions

1. noun

A whirlbat is an old term for a whirlwind or a dust devil that appears in a whirlpool-like form.

“The small town was often affected by whirlbats that swept through the desert, carrying loose items.”

Synonyms

  • dust devil
  • whirlwind

Antonyms

  • calm
  • stillness