hydrometeors

/ˌhaɪdroʊˈmiːtiərz/
noun
  1. Plural of hydrometeor; various forms of water particles in the atmosphere.
    • Scientists classify hydrometeors by their size and phase.
    • Hydrometeors like rain and drizzle are essential for agriculture.
    • The satellite can detect different hydrometeors in storm clouds.
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