Wake

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003016",
  "term": "Wake",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definitions": [
    "The region of disturbed flow downstream of an object moving through a fluid, characterized by turbulence and reduced velocity. In meteorology, this can refer to the turbulent air behind obstacles like mountains or buildings, or the disturbed air left by aircraft. Wakes can influence local wind patterns and the dispersion of pollutants.",
    "The region of turbulence immediately to the rear of a solid body caused by the flow of air over or around the body."
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "lee eddies"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/wake/"
}