blizzard Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a storm with widespread snowfall accompanied by strong winds
    snowstorm.
  2. noun a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences
    rash.
    • a rash of bank robberies
    • a blizzard of lawsuits

WordNet

Bliz"zard noun
Etymology
Cf. Blaze to flash. Formerly, in local use, a rattling volley; cf. "to blaze away" to fire away.
Definitions
  1. A gale of piercingly cold wind, usually accompanied with fine and blinding snow; a furious blast. U. S.

Webster 1913