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barometer
/bəˈrɒmɪtə/
noun
1 An instrument measuring atmospheric pressure, used especially in forecasting the weather and determining altitude.
1.1 Something which reflects changes in circumstances or opinions.
Origin
Mid 17th century: from Greek baros ‘weight’ + -meter.
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Because approaching low pressure in the atmosphere leads to rising air, clouds and sometimes precipitation, a "falling" barometer indicates the potential for stormy weather.
