Clime: meaning, definitions and examples

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clime

 

[ klaษชm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geographical term

Clime refers to a region or climate characterized by specific weather patterns and conditions. It's often used to describe a particular local or climate zone, especially concerning temperature and precipitation.

Synonyms

climate, region, zone

Examples of usage

  • The Mediterranean clime is known for its warm, dry summers.
  • Different plants thrive in various climes around the world.
  • Travelers often seek out warmer climes during the winter months.

Translations

Translations of the word "clime" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น clima

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคฒเคตเคพเคฏเฅ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Klima

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ iklim

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะปั–ะผะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ klimat

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฐ—ๅ€™

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท climat

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ clima

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท iklim

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐํ›„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุงุฎ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ klima

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ klรญma

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฐ”ๅ€™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ podnebje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ loftslag

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะปะธะผะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒšแƒ˜แƒ›แƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iqlim

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ clima

Etymology

The word 'clime' originates from the Old French term 'climat', which came from the Latin 'climatus', meaning 'slope' or 'inclination'. This Latin term is derived from the Greek 'klimas', where it referred to the angle of the Earth's surface in relation to the sun. Throughout history, the term evolved to encompass not just the physical angle but the associated weather conditions of different geographic regions. The use of 'clime' in English has been documented since the late 14th century, primarily in poetic and literary contexts, emphasizing its connection to the ambiance and environmental characteristics of an area. Its usage evokes a sense of place, often linked to specific flora, fauna, and human experiences tied to particular climates.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,809, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.