aeroscopy

/ˈɛərɒskəpi, ˈɛərɒˌskɒpi/

Definitions

1. noun

The science of observing or examining the upper atmosphere, especially by means of an airplane or balloon.

“The meteorologist used aeroscopy to study the weather patterns at high altitudes.”

2. noun

An examination or observation of the upper atmosphere.

“The team conducted an aeroscopy of the atmosphere to analyze the pollution levels.”

3. verb

To examine or observe the upper atmosphere, especially by means of an airplane or balloon.

“The researchers aeroscoped the stratosphere to study the ozone layer depletion.”

Synonyms

  • atmospheric science
  • meteorology

Antonyms

  • ground-level observation