Synoptic

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009470",
  "term": "Synoptic",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "Relating to or providing a general overview of atmospheric conditions over a broad geographical area at a specific point in time. This approach involves collecting and analyzing simultaneous weather observations from numerous locations to understand large-scale weather systems. Synoptic meteorology forms the basis for daily weather forecasting.",
  "see_also": [
    "mesoscale"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/synoptic/"
}