wind gauge
Definition
Noun: A meteorological instrument used to measure and record the speed and direction of the wind. It is a device for observing wind velocity and its compass point of origin.
Usage
The term "wind gauge" is a compound noun. It refers specifically to the instrument itself. It is used in contexts related to weather observation, aviation, sailing, and scientific fieldwork. * The sailor checked the wind gauge before setting sail. * Accurate data from the wind gauge is crucial for the weather forecast. * The meteorological station installed a new digital wind gauge.
Advanced Usage
- Instrument Terminology: In technical and meteorological writing, "wind gauge" is often used interchangeably with more specific terms like "anemometer" (for speed) and "wind vane" (for direction), though it can imply a combined instrument.
- The combined wind gauge provides simultaneous readouts for speed and direction.
Variants and Related Words
- Anemometer: A device that measures wind speed.
- Wind Vane: A device that indicates wind direction.
- Anemograph: A recording anemometer; a wind gauge that produces a chart or log of wind data over time.
Synonyms
- Anemometer
- Wind meter
Related Phrases
- To read the wind gauge: To check or interpret the data displayed by the instrument.
- The pilot went to read the wind gauge before takeoff.
Noun
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a gauge for recording the speed and direction of wind
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