Barber pole
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-000276
[Slang], a thunderstorm updraft with a visual appearance including cloud striations that are
curved in a manner similar to the stripes of a barber pole. The structure typically is most pronounced on the
leading edge of the updraft, while drier air from the rear flank downdraft often erodes the clouds on the
trailing side of the updraft.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-000276 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"term_source": "Barber Pole",
"definition": "[Slang], a thunderstorm updraft with a visual appearance including cloud striations that are\ncurved in a manner similar to the stripes of a barber pole. The structure typically is most pronounced on the\nleading edge of the updraft, while drier air from the rear flank downdraft often erodes the clouds on the\ntrailing side of the updraft.",
"references": [
"NWS Glossary"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/barber-pole/"
}
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