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climate
/ˈklaɪ.mət/
[/ˈklaɪ.mət/]
typical weather pattern
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The general weather conditions of an area over a long period of time.
Example
The island has a warm, tropical climate, with heavy rain falling in the summer months.
The island has a warm, tropical climate, with heavy rain falling in the summer months.
Etymology
From Greek 'klima', a slope or region of the earth.
How & Where It’s Used
Central to geography and environmental discussion.