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catabatic

UK
/ˌkæt.əˈbæt.ɪk/
US
/ˌkæt.əˈbæt.ɪk/

Translations

catabaticadjective
more catabatic
Comp.
most catabatic
Super.
UK
/ˌkæt.əˈbæt.ɪk/
US
/ˌkæt.əˈbæt.ɪk/
The catabatic winds in the region can be quite strong.
Катабатические ветры в этом регионе могут быть довольно сильными.
Synonyms
downward
descending
sloping

Definitions

catabaticadjective
Relating to or denoting a wind or air current that moves downward, typically from a high elevation to a lower one, often due to cooling of the air at higher altitudes.
The catabatic winds swept down the mountain, bringing a chill to the valley below.
Moving or directed downward; descending.
Glacial ice can develop catabatic flow under its own weight.
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