thunderball
word
Definition
A 'thunderball' usually refers to a ball of lightning or energy caused by a thunderstorm, sometimes called ball lightning. It is also the name of a famous James Bond movie and a UK lottery game.
Usage & Nuances
Rare in daily conversation; usually seen in scientific discussions about ball lightning, references to the James Bond film, or the UK lottery 'Thunderball'. For the natural phenomenon, 'ball lightning' is more common in English. The word can function as a dramatic name for objects or events.
Example Sentences
The scientists studied the mysterious thunderball during the storm.
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Have you ever seen a thunderball in real life?
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We watched the movie 'Thunderball' last night.
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People often mistake photos of ball lightning for a thunderball from a movie.
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He claimed he saw a thunderball pass through the window during the thunderstorm.
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If I win the Thunderball jackpot, I'm going on a world trip.
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