weather speak

The term "weather speak" refers to two distinct concepts: casual conversation about the weather and the technical jargon used by meteorologists.

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Definition

B1Social Interaction

(informal)Casual conversation about the weather, often used to initiate small talk or fill awkward silences.

Example

  • We engaged in some weather speak while waiting for the bus.
  • Weather speak is a common way to start a conversation with strangers.

C1Meteorology

(technical)Specialized language and terminology used by meteorologists to describe weather phenomena and convey forecasts.

Example

  • Meteorologists use weather speak to communicate complex data efficiently.
  • Understanding weather speak is crucial for accurate weather forecasting.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "weather speak":

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