Meaning of the word "snow blast" in English

What does "snow blast" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

snow blast

US /ˈsnoʊ blæst/
UK /ˈsnəʊ blɑːst/

Noun

a sudden, strong gust of wind carrying snow, often reducing visibility

Example:
The mountain pass was closed due to a severe snow blast.
We could barely see the road through the sudden snow blast.