NIMBOSTRATUS
(noun)Definitions
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Nimbostratus.
Nimbostratus - as a noun
According to the world meteorological organization, a mid-level, principal cloud type, generally formless and dark grey in colour, which forms from altostratus occurring in layers at the middle altitude of the troposphere (usually above 2400 metres). nimbostratus usually brings precipitation as the mid-level clouds thicken and subside into the low level of the troposphere. frontal or cyclonic lift can also carry the top of a deep nimbostratus layer into the high levels of the troposphere. also classified or characterized as multi-level; abbreviated ns.
Example Sentences
"The gray nimbostratus overhead signaled an approaching storm."
"The nimbostratus covered the sky, blocking out the sun."
"We canceled our picnic plans due to the looming nimbostratus clouds."
"The nimbostratus gradually dissipated, revealing patches of blue sky."
"The nimbostratus layer brought heavy rainfall to the region."
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