weathervane
1 of 1noun/ˈwɛ.ðər.ˌveɪn/
Forms:weathervanes
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a metal object attached to the top of a building in order to indicate the wind direction by turning toward or pointing its direction
A weathervane is a device used to show the direction of the wind. It is typically mounted on a roof or high point of a building and spins freely in the wind. Weathervanes are often made of metal and shaped in various designs, such as arrows, animals, or other figures. The design allows one side to catch the wind, causing the weathervane to point in the direction from which the wind is blowing. Weathervanes are both functional, helping people determine wind direction, and decorative, adding charm to buildings.
- The weathervane on top of the barn spun wildly during the storm.
- The rooster-shaped weathervane is a popular choice for many farmhouse roofs.
- As the wind changed direction, the weathervane turned to point toward the east.
- We could tell the storm was coming because the weathervane started spinning faster.
- They installed a new weathervane in the garden to decorate the shed and show wind direction.
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