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    Baromètre (en. Barometer)

    ba-ro-mètre

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Device that measures air pressure.
    The barometer indicates a drop in pressure, signaling a change in the weather.
    Le baromètre indique une baisse de pression, annonçant un changement de temps.
    Instrument used in meteorology.
    Weather forecasts are largely based on barometer data.
    Les prévisions météo se basent en grande partie sur les données du baromètre.
    Means of evaluating the evolution of a situation.
    His mood is a barometer of the general atmosphere of the group.
    Son humeur est un baromètre de l'ambiance générale du groupe.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'baros' (weight) and 'metron' (measure).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    economic barometer
    Indicator of the economic health of a country.
    baromètre économique
    to be a barometer
    To serve as a reference or indicator in a given situation.
    être un baromètre

    Related Words

    pressure
    Force exerted by a fluid on a surface.
    pression
    meteorology
    Science that studies atmospheric phenomena.
    météorologie

    Slang Meanings

    Indicator of social trends.
    The popularity of an artist can serve as a barometer in the music industry.
    La popularité d'un artiste peut servir de baromètre dans l'industrie musicale.