meteorology
UK: ˌmiː.ti.əˈrɒl.ə.dʒi | US: ˌmiː.ti.əˈrɑː.lə.dʒi
n. the scientific study of weather and atmospheric phenomena
n. the atmospheric conditions and processes of a specific region or period
The word "meteorology" originates from Greek "meteōron" (meaning "thing high up" or "atmospheric phenomenon") + "-logia" (meaning "study of"). In ancient Greek, "meteōra" referred to celestial or atmospheric events (e.g., rain, comets). Over time, the term narrowed to focus on weather-related phenomena. The suffix "-logy" (via Latin "-logia") denotes a field of study, forming "meteorology" as the science of weather and atmospheric processes.
Modern meteorology relies on satellite data to predict storms accurately.
She pursued a degree in meteorology to study climate change.
Ancient civilizations practiced rudimentary forms of meteorology by observing cloud patterns.
The meteorology report warned of heavy snowfall this weekend.
Advances in meteorology have improved hurricane tracking systems.