brown-cloud

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Brown-Cloud

Definition:

A brown-cloud, also known as atmospheric brown cloud (ABC), is a layer of air pollution composed of aerosol particles, such as smoke, dust, and pollutants, that appear as a brown haze in the atmosphere.

Senses:

1. Noun

Sense: A layer of air pollution composed of aerosol particles.

Example sentence: The brown-cloud created by the factories and vehicles was clearly visible from the top of the building.

2. Noun

Sense: The atmospheric brown cloud phenomenon.

Example sentence: Researchers are studying the brown-cloud phenomenon to understand its environmental impact.

3. Adjective

Sense: Describing something as being the color of brown-cloud.

Example sentence: The painting showcased a stunning brown-cloud sky, capturing the beauty of polluted cityscapes.