Dictionary Entry
avalanche
nounFind the meaning of the word avalanche, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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A large mass of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside.
Example Sentence
A sudden avalanche of snow swept down the mountain, blocking the road for hours.
Usage Note
Describes a rapid, overwhelming flow of material, often snow or rock, down a slope. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a sudden, large influx of something.