Weatherman: meaning, definitions and examples
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weatherman
[ ˈwɛðərˌmæn ]
meteorologist
A weatherman is a person who predicts the weather based on scientific data and meteorological patterns. Weathermen often work for news stations or government agencies, providing forecasts for the public.
Synonyms
meteorologist, weather forecaster, weather reporter.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| weatherman |
Informal and commonly used in everyday conversations or media when referring to someone who presents the weather forecast on TV or radio.
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| meteorologist |
Formal and scientific term, used when talking about the professional study and science of weather prediction. This is often used in academic, research, or professional contexts.
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| weather forecaster |
A more formal and technical-sounding term that can be used interchangeably with 'weatherman' but with a slight emphasis on the technical aspect of predicting the weather.
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| weather reporter |
Used to describe someone who specifically reports the weather, often as part of a news program. This term emphasizes the reporting aspect.
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Examples of usage
- The weatherman on TV said it's going to rain tomorrow.
- My uncle used to be a weatherman for the local newspaper.
- The weatherman's predictions were surprisingly accurate last week.
Translations
Translations of the word "weatherman" in other languages:
🇵🇹 meteorologista
🇮🇳 मौसम विज्ञानी
🇩🇪 Meteorologe
🇮🇩 ahli cuaca
🇺🇦 метеоролог
🇵🇱 meteorolog
🇯🇵 気象予報士
🇫🇷 météorologue
🇪🇸 meteorólogo
🇹🇷 meteorolog
🇰🇷 기상학자
🇸🇦 عالم الأرصاد الجوية
🇨🇿 meteorolog
🇸🇰 meteorológ
🇨🇳 气象学家
🇸🇮 meteorolog
🇮🇸 veðurfræðingur
🇰🇿 метеоролог
🇬🇪 მეტეოროლოგი
🇦🇿 meteoroloq
🇲🇽 meteorólogo
Etymology
The term 'weatherman' originated in the mid-19th century, combining 'weather' and 'man' to refer to a person who specializes in predicting the weather. Over time, the role of a weatherman has evolved with advancements in meteorology and technology, becoming a vital part of modern society's daily lives.
See also: weathercock, weathered, weathering, weatherproof, weatherproofing, weatherstripping, weathervane, weatherward, wether.