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Saffir-Simpson scale

Definition

noun. a system for classifying hurricanes based on wind speed.

Example Sentence

The hurricane was classified as a category 3 on the Saffir-Simpson scale.

More Example Sentences

Meteorologists use this scale for warnings.

Synonyms

hurricane classification; storm scale

Antonyms

Fujita scale; Richter scale

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