upo

/ˈupoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of high-pressure area or high in meteorology, characterized by clockwise air movement in the Northern Hemisphere.

“The forecast indicated a low-pressure system moving into the area, while the upo on the western coast was expected to bring dry and sunny weather.”

Synonyms

  • anticyclone
  • high

Antonyms

  • cyclone
  • low