1. Plural of hailstorm; violent storms in which hail falls, often accompanied by thunder, lightning, and heavy rain.
Usage: Countable noun; typically used in plural form when referring to multiple events or in general contexts.

Examples

• The region experienced three severe hailstorms last spring.
• Hailstorms can cause significant damage to crops and vehicles.
• During summer, hailstorms are common in the mountain regions.
• The forecast warned of possible hailstorms throughout the afternoon.
• Farmers worry about hailstorms destroying their harvest.
• Several hailstorms swept through the area in a single week.