forecastpattern
nounUK /ˈfɔːkɑːstˌpætən/
US /ˈfɔːrkæstˌpætərn/
A forecastpattern is a repeated shape in the weather that helps people guess what comes next.
The scientists studied the forecastpattern to predict rain for the weekend.
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2. A repeated way that predictions or guesses tend to follow.
Analysts noticed a forecastpattern in the sales numbers each spring.
3. A regular arrangement of data used to make future estimates.
The forecastpattern in the chart showed prices rising every month.
4. A model or template for making weather predictions.
The new forecastpattern helped the team issue better storm warnings.