weather conditions — the state of the atmosphere at a particular time and place, including temperature, precipitation, wind, and other meteorological factors
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state of the atmosphere at a particular time and place, including temperature, precipitation, wind, and other meteorological factors
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈweðər kənˈdɪʃənz/
Example Sentences
- The hiking trip was postponed due to unpredictable weather conditions that changed faster than my ex's mood.
- Pilots must always check weather conditions before takeoff to ensure passenger safety.
- The weather conditions were so perfect for the picnic that even the ants decided to join our party uninvited.
weather conditions
NOUN[/ˈweðər kənˈdɪʃənz/]
the state of the atmosphere at a particular time and place, including temperature, precipitation, wind, and other meteorological factors
Pilots check the weather conditions before clearing the small plane for takeoff.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Weather derives from Germanic roots meaning 'wind and storm', while condition comes from Latin condicio, meaning 'agreement' or 'state'. The compound phrase weather conditions emerged in modern English to describe the state of the atmosphere at a given time and place.
Breakdown
weather (Germanic root: wind, storm) + condition (Latin condicio: state, arrangement) + -s (plural suffix). The phrase combines a Germanic noun with a Latinate noun to express atmospheric states.
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📝Examples
“The hiking trip was postponed due to unpredictable weather conditions that changed faster than my ex's mood.”
“Pilots must always check weather conditions before takeoff to ensure passenger safety.”
“The weather conditions were so perfect for the picnic that even the ants decided to join our party uninvited.”
“Climate change has led to more extreme weather conditions worldwide.”
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