stratosphere
/ˈstrætəˌsfɪr/
noun
- The layer of Earth's atmosphere above the troposphere, extending from about 6 to 30 miles (10 to 50 km) above the surface, where the ozone layer is located.
- The ozone layer in the stratosphere protects us from harmful ultraviolet rays.
- Commercial jets fly in the lower stratosphere to avoid turbulence.
- Weather balloons can reach the stratosphere to collect data.
- A very high or extreme level, especially in terms of price, success, or intensity.
- Her popularity shot into the stratosphere after the movie came out.
- Real estate prices in the city have reached the stratosphere.
- The price of that rare painting has gone into the stratosphere.