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whirlwind

1 whirlwind /ˈwɚrəlˌwɪnd/ noun
plural whirlwinds
1 whirlwind
/ˈwɚrəlˌwɪnd/
noun
plural whirlwinds
Britannica Dictionary definition of WHIRLWIND
[count] : a very strong wind that moves in a spinning or swirling motion and that can damage buildings, trees, etc.
[singular] : something that involves many quickly changing events, feelings, etc.
2 whirlwind /ˈwɚrəlˌwɪnd/ adjective
2 whirlwind
/ˈwɚrəlˌwɪnd/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of WHIRLWIND
always used before a noun
: happening or done very quickly