Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

millibar

Noun
/ˈmɪlɪˌbɑr/
Definition
A unit of pressure equal to one-thousandth of a bar.
Examples
  • The standard atmospheric pressure at sea level is about 1013.25 millibars.
  • During the storm, the pressure dropped to 950 millibars, indicating severe weather conditions.
Meaning
Millibar is commonly used in meteorology to measure atmospheric pressure.
Synonyms
  • hectopascal
  • millimeters of mercury (in a non-direct way)