Meridional

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010610",
  "term": "Meridional",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "Relating to movement or direction along a meridian, which is a line of longitude, typically referring to north-south flow. In atmospheric science, meridional circulation describes the large-scale transport of air, heat, and moisture from the equator towards the poles or vice versa. The Hadley, Ferrel, and Polar cells are examples of global meridional circulation patterns.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/meridional/"
}