i Register
In some senses, gust is marked as archaic, obsolete. Watch for register when choosing this word.
noun
A strong, abrupt rush of wind.
The maximum sustained winds recorded at Waglan Island, Tate’s Cairn and Cheung Chau Beach were 113, 101 and 97 kmh (70, 62, 60 mph) respectively, with maximum gusts 135, 154 and 130 kmh (84, 96, 81 mph)
Any rush or outburst (of water, emotion, etc.).
they are merely driven about by every sudden gust and impulse of the mind
The author is not speaking now of actual love-makings, of intrigues and devilish villany, either perpetrated or imagined; but rather of those passing gusts of short-lived and unfounded suspicion to which, as to other accidents, very well-regulated families may occasionally be liable.
verb
To blow in gusts.
Do the dryers disperse bacteria and viruses through the restroom, like autumn breezes gusting leaves across a lawn?
noun
The physiological faculty of taste.
Relish, enjoyment, appreciation.
, "The Spirit of Grace" An ox will relish the tender flesh of kids with as much gust and appetite.
Destroy all creatures for thy sport or gust.
Intellectual taste; fancy.
A choice of it may be made according to the gust and manner of the ancients.