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stratocumulus

noun [U]
 
 
/ˈstræ.təʊˌkjuː.mjə.ləs/ US  /ˈstræ.t̬oʊ-/ specialized

Definition

a type of cumulus (= tall, rounded, white cloud with a flat base) formed in a thick layer and found at low height → Compare altocumulus, cirrocumulusClouds, dew, fog and steam
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