Definition

A small balloon used by meteorologists to measure wind speed and direction in the atmosphere.

Example

The meteorologist released a pibal to gather data on the upper winds.

Conversation

Did you see that they used a pibal during the weather report?

Yeah, I noticed! It was interesting to see how they measure the wind.

I wonder how accurate the pibal is for forecasting storms.

It’s pretty reliable, especially when they launch it in the right conditions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'pibal' originates from the Spanish word 'pib', meaning a young child or a small person. It is often used in the context of referring to a young child or a small figure.

Memory Tip

Think of the Spanish word 'pib' for a young child, which helps you remember that 'pibal' refers to something small or childlike.

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