"sudden, violent gust of wind," 1719, originally nautical, probably from a Scandinavian source (compare Norwegian skval "sudden rush of water," Swedish skvala "to gush, pour down"), probably ultimately a derivative of squall (v.).
squall (v.)
"cry out loudly," 1630s, probably from a Scandinavian source, such as Old Norse skvala "to cry out," and of imitative origin (compare squeal (v.)). Related: Squalled; squalling. As a noun from 1709.
权威例句
1. The boat was hit by a squall north of the island.
船在岛的北边遇到了狂飑。
2. The baby's squall was heard all over the house.
满屋子都听到了婴孩的大哭声.
3. The boat was blown over by a squall.
船被暴风刮翻了.
4. The ship rocked in the squall.
船在暴风中颠簸.
5. On the return voyage, Shelley's yacht capsized in a sudden squall.