barometer reading
Air pressure number
A barometer reading is the measurement shown on a barometer, indicating atmospheric pressure.
Meteorologists use barometer readings to forecast weather—rising pressure typically signals fair conditions, falling pressure suggests storms approaching.
Figuratively, any indicator of conditions or trends: The poll numbers are a barometer reading of public mood.
- pressureForce upon contact
- air pressureAtmospheric weight per area
- mercuryLiquid metallic element
- gaugeStandard of measurement
- atmosphericOf the air above
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