meteorology

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Thân thiện

Definition

Noun: 1. The scientific study of the atmosphere and its phenomena, especially weather and weather forecasting: Meteorology is the branch of earth science focused on understanding atmospheric processes to predict weather conditions. 2. The atmospheric conditions and weather of a specific region: In a more general sense, it can refer to the characteristic weather patterns of a place.

Examples of Usage

Advanced Usage

• "Operational meteorology": The practical application of meteorological science to daily weather forecasting and warning services.
  • His job in operational meteorology requires him to issue timely storm warnings.
• "Agricultural meteorology": A specialized field applying meteorological information to agricultural practices.
  • The farmer consulted studies in agricultural meteorology to determine the best planting schedule.

Variants and Related Words

• Meteorological (adjective): Relating to meteorology or the atmosphere.
  • The meteorological data indicated a high probability of rain.
• Meteorologist (noun): A scientist who studies and practices meteorology.
  • The meteorologist explained the complex weather system on the news.

Synonyms

• Atmospheric science: The broader scientific discipline encompassing meteorology and other studies of the atmosphere.
• Weather science: A more informal term for the study of weather.

Related Phrases

• "Marine meteorology": The study of weather and climate over oceans and their interaction with the atmosphere.
  • Marine meteorology is crucial for safe navigation and shipping.
• "Synoptic meteorology": The analysis of weather data collected simultaneously over a wide area to present a comprehensive view of atmospheric conditions.
  • Synoptic meteorology uses weather maps to forecast large-scale systems.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the earth science dealing with phenomena of the atmosphere (especially weather)
2. predicting what the weather will be

Từ đồng nghĩa

• weather forecasting