"megastorm" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: megastorms [plural]
Etymology: From mega- + storm. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|mega|storm}} mega- + storm Head templates: {{en-noun}} megastorm (plural megastorms)
  1. A major storm (weather phenomenon) capable of causing catastrophic damage. Synonyms: mega-storm Related terms: superstorm

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Alternative forms

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