cirrostratus

[ˌsɪrəʊˈstrɑːtəs]

cirrostratus Definition

a high-altitude cloud forming a thin, hazy layer typically covering the whole sky, and often producing a halo effect around the sun or moon.

Using cirrostratus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cirrostratus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The sky was covered with cirrostratus clouds, indicating that a storm was coming.

  • Example

    The halo around the moon was caused by the presence of cirrostratus clouds.

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Summary: cirrostratus in Brief

Cirrostratus [ˌsɪrəʊˈstrɑːtəs] is a type of high-altitude cloud that forms a thin, hazy layer covering the entire sky. It often produces a halo effect around the sun or moon and can indicate an incoming storm.