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Synonyms of chain lightning

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Another word for chain lightning is hooch. Other synonyms of chain lightning are moonshine, red-eye, rotgut and squirrel whiskey.

Synonyms and similar words for chain lightning

nounA high-proof whiskey or other spirit that has not been allowed to mature; a poor-quality or...

Meaning of chain lightning

  1. noun Lightning in angular, zigzag, or forked flashes.
  2. noun (A person or thing that is) very fast and dynamic.
  3. noun A high-proof whiskey or other spirit that has not been allowed to mature; a poor-quality or adulterated spirit.

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Questions about synonyms of chain lightning

What is another word for chain lightning?
Chain lightning has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as hooch, moonshine, red-eye, rotgut and squirrel whiskey.
What does chain lightning mean?
Chain lightning means lightning in angular, zigzag, or forked flashes.

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