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barometer

UK
/bəˈrɒmɪtə/
US
/bəˈrɑːmɪtər/

Translations

barometernoun
barometers
pl
UK
/bəˈrɒmɪtə/
US
/bəˈrɑːmɪtər/
The barometer indicated a drop in pressure, suggesting that a storm was approaching.
Le baromètre a indiqué une baisse de pression, ce qui laissait présager l’arrivée d’une tempête.
Additional translations
baromètreSens figuré.
Synonyms
gauge
indicator
measure
standard
criterion
barometeradjective
UK
/bəˈrɒm.ɪ.tə/
US
/bəˈrɑː.mə.tɚ/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "barometer reading").
The meteorologist recorded the barometer readings every hour.
Le météorologue relevait les mesures barométriques toutes les heures.

Definitions

barometernoun
An instrument that measures atmospheric pressure, used especially in forecasting the weather and determining altitude.
The barometer indicated a drop in pressure, suggesting that a storm was approaching.
Something that reflects changes in circumstances or opinions.
The stock market is often seen as a barometer of economic health.
barometeradjective
Relating to or involving a barometer; used before another noun.
The meteorologist recorded the barometer readings every hour.
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