weather report — A forecast or description of weather conditions, typically broadcast on television, radio, or published online
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A forecast or description of weather conditions, typically broadcast on television, radio, or published online
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈweðər rɪˈpɔːrt/
Example Sentences
- The weather report predicted snow, but my grandmother's knee was more accurate than the meteorologist.
- According to the weather report, there's a 50% chance of rain, which basically means the forecaster has no idea.
- The morning weather report helps commuters decide whether to carry an umbrella.
weather report
NOUN[/ˈweðər rɪˈpɔːrt/]
A forecast or description of weather conditions, typically broadcast on television, radio, or published online
The weather report warns of heavy rain, so she grabs her umbrella before leaving.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Weather derives from Old English 'weder', originally meaning atmospheric conditions or wind. Report comes from Latin 'reportare' (re- + portare, 'to carry back'), meaning to bring back or convey information. Together, 'weather report' denotes the communication of meteorological observations and forecasts.
Breakdown
Weather: Old English 'weder' (atmospheric conditions) + Report: Latin re- (back) + portare (carry), forming the compound 'weather report' as a noun phrase meaning systematic communication of weather conditions and predictions.
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📝Examples
“The weather report predicted snow, but my grandmother's knee was more accurate than the meteorologist.”
“According to the weather report, there's a 50% chance of rain, which basically means the forecaster has no idea.”
“The morning weather report helps commuters decide whether to carry an umbrella.”
“She never leaves home without checking the weather report on her smartphone.”
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