1Snow driven violently by strong wind, greatly reducing visibility; a blizzard or snowstorm.
吹雪で電車が止まってしまい、家に帰れなくなった。
The trains stopped because of the blizzard, and I couldn't get home.
明日は吹雪になる恐れがあるので、外出は控えたほうがいい。
There's a risk of a blizzard tomorrow, so it's best to avoid going outside.
登山中に吹雪に見舞われ、下山を諦めて山小屋に避難した。
We got caught in a blizzard while climbing and gave up on descending, taking shelter in a mountain hut.