Vocabulary Entry

altostratus

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noun

A type of cloud characterized by a uniform gray or blue-gray color, typically found at high altitudes.

Example Sentences

"The sky was covered with altostratus clouds, indicating that rain might come later."

"Pilots often use altostratus cloud formations as indicators of changing weather conditions."

"During our hike, we noticed the altostratus clouds rolling in, signaling a shift in the weather."