What does blizzard mean?

• BLIZZARD (noun) The noun BLIZZARD has 2 senses: 1. a storm with widespread snowfall accompanied by strong winds 2. a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences Familiarity information: BLIZZARD used as a noun is rare. read more

Blizzard A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by strong sustained winds of at least 56 km/h and lasting for a prolonged period of time — typically three hours or more. A severe blizzard has winds over 72 km/h, near zero visibility, and temperatures of −12 °C or lower. read more

Darkness had fallen, and a keen blizzard was blowing so that the streets were nearly deserted; but a few loiterers followed the group, and emboldened by invisibility shouted imprecations at the prisoner. read more