Prevailing Westerly (Noun)
Meaning
The winds from the west that occur in the temperate zones of the Earth.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The sailor navigated his boat by using the prevailing westerly to his advantage and reached the shore sooner.
- In temperate zones, the prevailing westerly is a consistent wind pattern caused by the Earth's rotation and the temperature differences between land and sea.
- The weather forecast indicated a low-pressure system that was being driven by a strong prevailing westerly, which was expected to bring rain to the entire region.
- Tourists visiting the coastal areas in the temperate zones often notice the moderate breeze from the prevailing westerly as a welcome relief from the summer heat.
- The consistent direction and speed of the prevailing westerly allow sailors and pilots to plan safe and efficient routes for their journeys.