barometric pressure
"Barometric pressure" is crucial for weather forecasting and understanding atmospheric conditions.
🇺🇸 US Voice:
🇬🇧 UK Voice:
Definition
B2Meteorology
(technical, scientific)The pressure exerted by the weight of the air in the Earth's atmosphere at a specific location.
Example
- Weather forecasts often mention barometric pressure to predict storm conditions.
- A drop in barometric pressure can indicate the approach of a storm.
C1Physics
(technical, scientific)The force per unit area exerted by the atmosphere, typically measured in units like millibars or pascals.
Example
- Scientists measure barometric pressure to study atmospheric changes.
- Barometric pressure readings are essential for calibrating altimeters in aviation.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "barometric pressure":