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Weather Definition, Examples, and Usage (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：atmospheric conditions (weather)
weather
/ˈweðər/
n., v.
The condition of the atmosphere at a place and time, for example if it is sunny, rainy, or windy.
atmospheric conditions
➕
/ˌætməsˈfɛrɪk kənˈdɪʃənz/
n., v.
The state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, wind, and cloud cover.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From OE 'weder' (wind, air); cognate with Dutch 'weer', German 'Wetter'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think of 'weathered' wood, which has survived sun and rain. The verb means to survive difficulties.
📖 Example
Before planning our picnic, we always check the weather forecast.
We always check the weather forecast before planning our picnic.
🔗 Collocations
weather forecast – a prediction of future weather conditions
weather condition – the state of the weather at a particular time
weather pattern – a recurring sequence of meteorological events
🔄 Synonyms
climate (n.) – the weather conditions prevailing in an area over a long period
atmosphere (n.) – the gaseous envelope surrounding the earth; can refer to the prevailing weather
conditions (n. pl.) – the state of the weather or environment at a given time
🌱 Derivatives
weatherproof (adj.) – resistant to damage from weather
weathervane (n.) – a device that shows wind direction
weather-beaten (adj.) – damaged or worn by exposure to weather
📖 Cultural Story
Originally a noun describing atmospheric conditions; the verb meaning 'to endure' came from sailing, where a ship 'weathers' a storm by navigating through it.
Meaning 2：to withstand (weather)
weather
/ˈweðər/
n., v.
To come through a difficult experience safely or without serious damage.
to withstand
➕
/tu wɪðˈstænd/
n., v.
To survive a difficult situation or period without serious damage.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The small company managed to weather the financial crisis by cutting costs and innovating.
The small company succeeded in surviving the financial crisis by reducing expenses and introducing new ideas.
🔗 Collocations
weather the storm – to survive a difficult period
weather a crisis – to endure a crisis successfully
weather a setback – to overcome a setback without serious harm
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
weathering (n.) – the process of being worn down by exposure to weather
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