"williwaw" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: williwaws [plural]
Etymology: Unknown. Etymology templates: {{unk|en}} Unknown Head templates: {{en-noun}} williwaw (plural williwaws)
  1. (nautical) A strong gust of cold wind. Categories (topical): Nautical, Wind Synonyms: willawa, williwau, wulliwa Related terms: whillywha

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