disturbance
dis·tur·bance / disˈtərbəns/ • n. the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition: a helicopter landing can cause disturbance to residents. ∎ a breakdown of peaceful and law-abiding behavior; a riot: the disturbances were precipitated when four men were refused bail. ∎ the disruption of healthy functioning: her severe mental disturbance was diagnosed as schizophrenia. ∎ Meteorol. a local variation from normal or average wind conditions, usually a small tornado or cyclone. ∎ Law interference with rights or property; molestation.
disturbance
disturbance A general term for low-pressure features (e.g. a depression or trough). Disturbances commonly appear as waves in the major air flows in the mid-troposphere (e.g. the equatorial easterlies, the prevailing westerlies over middle latitudes, and the trade winds).
disturbance
disturbance General term used to denote low-pressure features, e.g. a depression or trough. Disturbances commonly appear as waves in the major air flows in the mid-troposphere, e.g. the equatorial easterlies, the prevailing westerlies over middle latitudes, and the trade winds.
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