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Ns (symbol) means an abbreviation used in weather reporting for nimbostratus, a thick, grey rain cloud. Example: “The forecast chart marked the incoming front with "Ns.”
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An abbreviation used in weather reporting for nimbostratus, a thick, grey rain cloud.
"The forecast chart marked the incoming front with "Ns.""
How to use Ns
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA meteorological abbreviation for a rain-bearing cloud layer.
When to use it
Technical/specialist usage, mainly in weather and aviation contexts.
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What does “Ns” mean?
The word “Ns” means an abbreviation used in weather reporting for nimbostratus, a thick, grey rain cloud. In plain terms, a meteorological abbreviation for a rain-bearing cloud layer.
How do you use “Ns” in a sentence?
Here is “Ns” used in a sentence: “The forecast chart marked the incoming front with "Ns.".”
What part of speech is “Ns”?
“Ns” is a symbol.
Is “Ns” a common word?
“Ns” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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