anemoscope

An anemoscope measures the wind direction on the ship's deck.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • An instrument for indicating or measuring the direction of the wind: An "anemoscope" is a device, often a vane or similar apparatus, used to show from which direction the wind is blowing. It does not typically measure wind speed, only direction.

Usage Examples

• (The device indicated where the wind came from.)
• (A basic directional indicator.)

Advanced Usage

• "to function as an anemoscope": to serve the purpose of indicating wind direction, even if not a dedicated instrument.
  • The flag on the mast functioned as a rough anemoscope, fluttering in the breeze. (The flag showed which way the wind was blowing.)

Variants and Related Words

• Anemometer (n): an instrument for measuring the speed of wind (often confused with anemoscope, but anemometer measures speed, not just direction).
  • The anemometer recorded a gust of 30 miles per hour. (A wind speed device.)
• Anemograph (n): an instrument that records wind speed and direction automatically.
  • The anemograph produced a chart of wind patterns over the week. (A recording device.)

Synonyms

• Weather vane: a simple, often decorative, device for showing wind direction.
• Wind vane: a common term for an anemoscope, especially on buildings.
• Wind indicator: a general term for any device showing wind direction.

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