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a large, rotating storm system with low pressure at its center, often causing strong winds and heavy rain
Meteorologists tracked the cyclone as it moved toward land.
Weather experts monitored the storm's path as it approached the coastline.
Tropical cyclones are classified by their wind speed and intensity.
Storms like hurricanes and typhoons are categorized based on their strength and wind velocity.
Cyclones can be called hurricanes (Atlantic/Northeast Pacific) or typhoons (Northwest Pacific).
a situation or event that is chaotic or destructive
The political debate turned into a cyclone of accusations.
The discussion became extremely chaotic, with people making many harsh accusations.
This figurative use is less common but can describe intense, swirling chaos.
Remember that cyclones are called hurricanes in the Atlantic and typhoons in the Pacific.
Use 'cyclone' for meteorological contexts; avoid figurative use unless the chaos is intense and swirling.
From Greek 'kyklōn' (circular, revolving), referring to the rotating nature of the storm.
In meteorology, 'cyclone' is a general term, while 'hurricane' and 'typhoon' refer to cyclones in specific regions.