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Weather
01
things that are related to air and sky such as temperature, rain, wind, etc.
Examples
I check the weather forecast every morning to plan my outfit.
The weather in this city is usually mild throughout the year.
to weather
01
to experience a change in terms of color, shape, etc. due to the effect or influence of the sun, wind, or rain
Intransitive
Examples
The wooden fence weathered over time, developing a rustic grey patina.
The statue 's bronze surface weathered beautifully, developing a greenish hue.
1.1
to make something change in terms of color, shape, etc. due to the effect or influence of the sun, wind, or rain
Transitive: to weather surface of material
Examples
The constant exposure to sunlight weathered the wooden deck, turning it a silvery gray.
The sandstorms in the desert weathered the rocks, smoothing their surfaces over centuries.
02
to shape or angle a surface so that rainwater runs off it effectively
Transitive: to weather a surface
Examples
The stone mason weathered the edges of the roof tiles to improve drainage.
To protect the structure, the builders weathered the tops of the walls with a slight slope.
03
to successfully navigate around the windward side of a cape or other prominent landmass
Transitive: to weather a landmass
Examples
The experienced captain skillfully weathered the cape despite the strong winds.
It took several attempts for the crew to weather the headland due to turbulent seas.
Examples
Despite the economic downturn, the small business managed to weather the storm and emerge stronger.
She weathered the criticism from her peers with grace and continued to pursue her goals.
weather
01
facing or situated on the side exposed to the wind
Examples
The weather side of the house showed more wear from storms.
Plants on the weather side of the garden grew more slowly.
Lexical Tree
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