"megastorm" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: megastorms [plural]
Etymology: 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
    Sense id: en-megastorm-en-noun-5XB3gskE Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms prefixed with mega-

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