stratus

UK
/ˈstreɪtəs/
US
/ˈstreɪtəs/

Translations

stratusnoun
stratus
pl
UK
/ˈstreɪtəs/
US
/ˈstreɪtəs/
The stratus clouds covered the entire sky.
Слоистые облака покрыли всё небо.
Additional translations
stratusadjective
UK
/ˈstreɪ.təs/
US
/ˈstreɪ.t̬əs/
Used attributively in meteorological contexts (e.g., "stratus conditions").

Definitions

stratusnoun
A type of cloud characterized by a uniform, grayish sheet that covers the sky, often bringing overcast conditions.
The sky was covered with a thick layer of stratus, making the day feel gloomy and overcast.
stratusadjective
Relating to or characteristic of stratus clouds; forming or producing a uniform grey layer in the sky.
A persistent stratus layer kept temperatures low throughout the day.