Searchlighting

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010742",
  "term": "Searchlighting",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A phenomenon observed in radar displays where a strong, narrow beam of radar energy sweeps across a target, causing a bright, elongated echo that resembles a searchlight beam. This occurs when the radar antenna is rotating slowly or is fixed, and a strong, localized target, such as a severe thunderstorm, is present. It can sometimes obscure the true shape and intensity of the precipitation feature.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/searchlighting/"
}