anemoscope
|a-ne-mo-scope|
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/əˈnɛm.əˌskoʊp/
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/əˈniː.mə.skəʊp/
wind direction indicator
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anemoscope' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'anemos' meaning 'wind' and 'skopein' meaning 'to look at or observe.'
Historical Evolution
'anemoscope' was formed in the 17th century from the Greek roots and entered English as a scientific term for wind direction instruments.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'an instrument for observing the wind,' and this meaning has remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an instrument used to show the direction of the wind.
The meteorologist checked the anemoscope before making his report.
Synonyms
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