climate
1 ENTRIES FOUND:
plural
climates
plural
climates
Britannica Dictionary definition of CLIMATE
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a
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a region with particular weather patterns or conditions
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living in a cold/dry/mild/hot climate
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These trees only grow in humid climates.
b
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the usual weather conditions in a particular place or region
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The country's climate is ideal for growing grapes.
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the humid climate of Malaysia
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increasing concerns about climate change [=changes in the Earth's weather patterns]
2
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the usual or most widespread mood or conditions in a place
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A climate of fear prevails in the city.
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the country's changing economic/political climate
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The company is trying to develop a positive climate for innovation.
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The climatic conditions in the region make it an ideal place to grow grapes.
