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)
