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Definition of Geostrophic
1. Adjective. (Meteorology). Referring to the balance, in the atmosphere, between the horizontal Coriolis forces and the horizontal pressure forces. ¹
2. Adjective. (Meteorology). Relates to or arises from the deflective force exerted on the atmosphere due to the rotation of the earth. ¹
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Definition of Geostrophic
1. [adj]