mesoscale
/ˈmɛzoʊˌskeɪl/
adjective
- Relating to a medium size or scale, especially in meteorology referring to weather systems (like thunderstorms or squall lines) that are larger than a single storm but smaller than large-scale systems like hurricanes.
- The meteorologist studied mesoscale weather patterns to predict the afternoon thunderstorms.
- Mesoscale models are essential for forecasting local wind shifts and rain bands.
- The research focused on mesoscale eddies in the ocean that affect nutrient distribution.
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noun
- An intermediate scale or size, especially in meteorology or geography, between small local features and large regional ones.
- In geography, the mesoscale includes features like river valleys and mountain ranges that are visible from an airplane.
- The storm operated at a mesoscale, covering several counties but not the whole state.
- Scientists use satellites to observe phenomena at the mesoscale that are too large for ground sensors.