Hailstone
/ˈheɪlstəʊn/
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Pro Tip 1/3Weather Term
Used to describe a particular type of precipitation during thunderstorms or severe weather. 
The weather report warned of the possibility of hailstones this afternoon.
Pro Tip 2/3Size Variation
Hailstones can vary greatly in size, sometimes described in comparison to common objects. 
The hailstones were as small as peas but some were as large as golf balls.
Pro Tip 3/3Physical Damage
Hailstones can cause damage to vehicles, crops, and structures, often mentioned in insurance or news reports. 
The farmers assessed the damage after hailstones devastated their crops.
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