meteorogram: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “meteorogram” mean?
A chart or diagram recording one or more meteorological variables over a specific period of time, typically from a single station.
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Meaning and Definition
A chart or diagram recording one or more meteorological variables over a specific period of time, typically from a single station.
A graphical representation of atmospheric data (e.g., pressure, temperature, humidity, wind) plotted against time, used for weather analysis and forecasting.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage. The term is equally rare and technical in both varieties.
Connotations
Neutral, purely technical. No additional cultural or evaluative connotations.
Frequency
Extremely low frequency in both varieties, confined to professional meteorological discourse.
Grammar
How to Use “meteorogram” in a Sentence
The meteorogram for [Location/Date] shows...A meteorogram of [variable, e.g., pressure] was plotted.According to the [timeframe] meteorogram...Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “meteorogram” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The meteorogram analysis was conclusive.
- We need the meteorogram data files.
American English
- The meteorogram analysis was conclusive.
- We need the meteorogram data files.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used.
Academic
Used in meteorology, atmospheric science, and climatology papers and textbooks to describe graphical data representations.
Everyday
Virtually never used. A layperson would say 'weather graph' or 'chart'.
Technical
Primary domain of use. Essential term for professionals analysing station-based time-series data.
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Synonyms of “meteorogram”
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Antonyms of “meteorogram”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “meteorogram”
- Misspelling as 'meterogram' or 'meteoragram'.
- Using it interchangeably with 'synoptic chart' (which shows spatial distribution, not temporal).
- Incorrect plural: 'meteorograms' is standard, not 'meteorogrammes'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. A weather map (synoptic chart) shows conditions over a large area at a single time. A meteorogram shows conditions at a single location over a period of time.
Primarily meteorologists, climatologists, and aviation weather specialists for diagnostic analysis and short-term forecasting.
Common variables include temperature, dew point, atmospheric pressure, wind speed/direction, and sometimes cloud cover or precipitation.
Yes, 'meteogram' is a common and accepted shortened form, especially in digital and automated weather products.
A chart or diagram recording one or more meteorological variables over a specific period of time, typically from a single station.
Meteorogram is usually technical / scientific in register.
Meteorogram: in British English it is pronounced /ˈmiː.ti.ə.rə.ɡræm/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈmiː.t̬i.ə.roʊ.ɡræm/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 'METEOR'ology + 'GRAM' (as in diagram or telegram) = a diagram sent from the weather.
Conceptual Metaphor
WEATHER DATA IS A STORY; a meteorogram is the plotted narrative of the atmosphere's behaviour over time.
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary function of a meteorogram?