tornado

/tɔrˈneɪˌdoʊ/

a localized and violently destructive windstorm occurring over land characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud extending toward the ground

Chinese meaning: 龙卷风

The tornado destroyed several houses and uprooted trees in its path.

龙卷风摧毁了沿途的几栋房屋并拔起了树木。

Residents were warned to take shelter immediately as the tornado approached.

居民被警告在龙卷风接近时立即躲避。