GEOSTROPHIC
(adj.)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Geostrophic.
Geostrophic - as an adjective
Relating to the balance, in the atmosphere, between the horizontal coriolis forces and the horizontal pressure forces.
Relating to or arising from the deflective force exerted on the atmosphere due to the rotation of the earth.
Example Sentences
"The geostrophic wind moves parallel to the isobars."
"The geostrophic flow of the atmosphere is important for weather forecasting."
"The geostrophic wind speed increases with increasing pressure gradient."
"The geostrophic wind is the theoretical wind that would result from an exact balance between the pressure gradient force and the Coriolis effect."
"The geostrophic wind blows parallel to the isobars in the upper atmosphere."
Word Game Points
Is GEOSTROPHIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, geostrophic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GEOSTROPHIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is GEOSTROPHIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, geostrophic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGEOSTROPHIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is GEOSTROPHIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, geostrophic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGEOSTROPHIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.
