clime

[klahym]

noun

1. climate.

clime

/ klaɪm /

noun

1. poetic,  a region or its climate

Word History and Origins

Origin of clime¹

First recorded in 1535–45; from Latin clīma; climate

Word History and Origins

Origin of clime¹

C16: from Late Latin clima; see _climate

Example Sentences

From its display case in the museum’s “Stories from Mesoamerica” hall, the iridescent plumage shimmers like a rainbow encased in glass, a tropical interloper to these northern climes.

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Some are flying home, some are exploring Australia, others are venturing to different climes in search of a break.

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The sunny climes of City's Florida base appeared to refresh and rejuvenate a side that was so disappointing this season - but on Monday night their Club World Cup hopes fell apart.

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Even some people I spoke to who have been caught up in extreme situations on holiday aren't deterred from seeking out sunnier climes during the summer.

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More commonly associated with tropical climes, mosquitoes are a natural part of the Scottish ecosystem.

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Related Words

• humidity 
• temperature