jet stream

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001467",
  "term": "jet stream",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "(abbrev. JSTR) Relatively strong winds concentrated in a narrow stream in the atmosphere, normally referring to horizontal, high-altitude winds. The position and orientation of jet streams vary from day to day. General weather patterns (hot/cold, wet/dry) are related closely to the position, strength and orientation of the jet stream (or jet streams). A jet stream at low levels is known as a low-level jet.",
  "see_also": [
    "thermal jet"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/jet-stream/"
}