weather
/ˈwɛðər/
noun
- The state of the atmosphere at a particular time and place, including temperature, precipitation, wind, and cloud cover.
- We had to cancel the game because of bad weather.
- The weather today is sunny and warm, perfect for a picnic.
- I always check the weather forecast before planning a trip.
verb
- To withstand or survive a difficult situation or period.
- Their friendship weathered many arguments over the years.
- We'll weather this storm together and come out stronger.
- The company managed to weather the economic crisis.
- To change or be worn down by exposure to the weather.
- The mountain rocks weather slowly over thousands of years.
- The old barn's wood had weathered to a soft gray.
- Constant sun and rain weathered the statue's surface.
- To sail or pass to the windward side of (a cape or point).
- They had to weather the headland before reaching the harbor.
- The captain skillfully weathered the cape despite strong winds.
- The ship weathered the point and entered calm waters.