Definition

A type of cloud that appears high in the sky, made up of small, white, rounded shapes that are often arranged in a regular pattern.

Example

The sky was filled with cirrocumulus clouds, creating a beautiful ripple effect.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed the cirrocumulus clouds in the sky?

Yeah, they look so fluffy and interesting!

I read that they form at high altitudes, which is pretty cool.

That makes sense — they always seem to be up there all alone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cirrocumulus is formed from "cirro-" (from Latin "cirrus", meaning curl or lock of hair) and "cumulus" (from Latin, meaning heap or pile). The word describes a type of cloud that appears as small, white patches high in the sky, resembling curls or locks of hair piled together.

Memory Tip

Imagine looking up at the sky and seeing small, white clouds that look like 'curls' ('cirro-') piled together ('cumulus'). This helps you remember that cirrocumulus refers to those high, fluffy clouds.

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