El radar meteorològic
Example: El radar meteorològic va detectar tempestes abans del vol.
Definition
"El radar meteorològic" is a meteorological radar used in aviation to detect and monitor weather conditions such as storms, precipitation, and clouds. It helps pilots and air traffic controllers ensure safe flights by providing real-time weather data before and during flights.
Etymology
The term "el radar meteorològic" combines 'radar,' an acronym for Radio Detection and Ranging, with 'meteorològic,' meaning related to weather. 'Radar' originated during World War II for detecting objects, and it later evolved to include weather surveillance, hence 'meteorològic' for weather-specific radar.
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"El radar meteorològic" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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