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Definition barometer in American English

barometer noun

[countable] noun
/bəˈrɑmətər/
1

a piece of equipment that shows you what kind of weather to expect. It measures atmospheric pressure.

Synonyms and related words
the weather climate spell
2

something that shows how a situation is changing or how people feel about something

Example

Investment levels are seen as a good barometer of business confidence.

Synonyms and related words
sign signal indication
Definition barometer in American English