Entity: TORNADO
A tornado is a violent windstorm characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud that reaches the ground, causing destruction along its path.
Tornado
Etymology
The word 'tornado' originates from the Spanish word 'tronada', meaning 'thunderstorm'. It is derived from the Latin word 'tonāre', which means 'to thunder'.
Definition
A tornado is a violent windstorm characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud that reaches the ground, causing destruction along its path.
Historical Context
Tornadoes have been documented throughout history, with various cultures attributing different meanings and explanations to these destructive natural phenomena.
Cultural Significance
Tornadoes have been the subject of folklore, art, and literature, often symbolizing power, destruction, and the uncontrollable forces of nature.
Related Concepts
- Funnel Cloud: A rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm cloud but not reaching the ground.
- Waterspout: A tornado that occurs over a body of water.
See Also
A natural phenomenon of extreme weather, a tornado is a violent windstorm in the shape of a funnel cloud that reaches the ground, causing significant destruction in its path.