cloud formation
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nounpl: cloud formations
formação de nuvens
1. The process by which clouds develop and take shape in the atmosphere
The cloud formation process begins when water vapor condenses around microscopic particles.
O processo de formação de nuvens começa quando o vapor de água se condensa ao redor de partículas microscópicas.
2. A visible mass or pattern of clouds in the sky
The unusual cloud formation resembled a giant bird soaring across the sky.
A formação de nuvens inusitada se assemelhava a um pássaro gigante sobrevoando o céu.
3. The arrangement or structure of clouds at a particular time and place
Meteorologists study cloud formations to predict weather patterns.
Os meteorologistas estudam as formações de nuvens para prever padrões climáticos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, cloud formation is primarily discussed in meteorological and scientific settings. In Brazil, observing cloud formations is part of weather forecasting traditions, especially important for agricultural regions. The term is less common in casual, everyday conversation and is predominantly used by weather professionals, students, and aviation personnel.
Related Idioms & Phrases
every cloud has a silver lining (toda nuvem tem um lado bom)
head in the clouds (estar com a cabeça nas nuvens)
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