cyclogenesis

English

Etymology

From cyclo- +‎ -genesis.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌsaɪkləʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/
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Noun

cyclogenesis (plural cyclogeneses)

  1. (meteorology) The process which leads to the formation of tropical storms, cyclones and hurricanes; typically involves an interaction that leads to vertical wind shear.

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