Low

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001584",
  "term": "Low",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definitions": [
    "An area of relatively lower atmospheric pressure compared to its surroundings, also known as a cyclone or depression. Air within a low pressure system converges at the surface and rises, leading to cloud formation and precipitation. In the Northern Hemisphere, winds circulate counter-clockwise around a low, while in the Southern Hemisphere, they circulate clockwise.",
    "A region of low pressure, marked as \"L\" on a weather map. A low center is usually accompanied by precipitation, extensive cloudiness, and moderate winds. See Cyclone."
  ],
  "synonyms": [
    "depression"
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "high",
    "Cyclone"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/low/"
}