geostrophic

/d͡ʒɪ.əˈstɹoʊ.fɪk/adj
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1

Relating to the balance, in the atmosphere, between the horizontal Coriolis forces and the horizontal pressure forces.

2

Relating to or arising from the deflective force exerted on the atmosphere due to the rotation of the earth.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing