First Known Use: 14th century
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climate
noun cli·mate \ˈklī-mət\
: a region with particular weather patterns or conditions
: the usual weather conditions in a particular place or region
: the usual or most widespread mood or conditions in a place
Full Definition of CLIMATE
1
: a region of the earth having specified climatic conditions
2
a : the average course or condition of the weather at a place usually over a period of years as exhibited by temperature, wind velocity, and precipitation b : the prevailing set of conditions (as of temperature and humidity) indoors <a climate-controlled office>
3
: the prevailing influence or environmental conditions characterizing a group or period : atmosphere <a climate of fear>
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Origin of CLIMATE
Middle English climat, from Middle French, from Late Latin climat-, clima, from Greek klimat-, klima inclination, latitude, climate, from klinein to lean — more at lean
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climate
noun cli·mate \ˈklī-mət\
Definition of CLIMATE for Kids
: the average weather conditions of a place over a period of years
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