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climate
[klahy-mit]
noun
the composite or generally prevailing weather conditions of a region, as temperature, air pressure, humidity, precipitation, sunshine, cloudiness, and winds, throughout the year, averaged over a series of years.
a region or area characterized by a given climate.
to move to a warm climate.
the prevailing attitudes, standards, or environmental conditions of a group, period, or place.
a climate of political unrest.
Synonyms: , , , ,
climate
/ ˈklaɪmɪt, klaɪˈmætɪk /
noun
the long-term prevalent weather conditions of an area, determined by latitude, position relative to oceans or continents, altitude, etc
an area having a particular kind of climate
a prevailing trend or current of feeling
the political climate
climate
The general or average weather conditions of a certain region, including temperature, rainfall, and wind. On Earth, climate is most affected by latitude, the tilt of the Earth's axis, the movements of the Earth's wind belts, the difference in temperatures of land and sea, and topography. Human activity, especially relating to actions relating to the depletion of the ozone layer, is also an important factor.
climate
A region's usual weather patterns. The climate at any point on Earth is determined by things such as the general movement of the atmosphere, the proximity of the oceans, and the altitude of the location.
Usage
Other 51Թ Forms
- subclimate noun
- ˈپ adverb
- climatic adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of climate1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of climate1
Example Sentences
Talks will focus on North Atlantic and Arctic security as well as climate change, economic development and critical minerals, before Macron continues to the G7 summit in Canada.
Christophe Hodder, a UN climate security and environmental adviser, warns that the unchecked construction boom could lead to long-term environmental consequences.
Imam Shofwan, an environmental campaigner from an organisation called Jatam, based in Jakarta, told BBC News: "They say nickel is a solution to the climate crisis. But it's causing deforestation and destroying farmland."
They talk about a prisons "crisis", a housing "crisis", the "broken" NHS, as well as the climate "crisis".
“With climate change, cold water is at a premium for these rivers, and it’s critical,” Mathews said.
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