AS

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-000203",
  "term": "AS",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "(NOTE: if this appears in an Area Forecast Discussion or other text product in context as the word \"as,\" disregard the technical definition below).\n\nAbbreviation for Altostratus, a cloud of a class characterized by a generally uniform gray sheet or layer, lighter in color than nimbostratus and darker than cirrostratus. These clouds are of medium altitude, about 8000 to 20,000 ft (2400-6100 m).",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/as/"
}