catabatic

/kætəˈbætɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by wind that blows downhill, especially in mountainous regions.

“The catabatic winds blowing down from the mountains created a significant temperature drop.”

2. noun

a wind that blows downhill, especially in mountainous regions.

“The catabatic formed a strong storm system that caused widespread destruction.”

Synonyms

  • downslope wind
  • katabatic wind

Antonyms

  • anabatic wind
  • upslope wind