cyclolysis

American  

[sahy-klol-uh-sis] / saɪˈklɒl ə sɪs /

noun

Meteorology.

1. the weakening or extinction of a cyclone, usually in simultaneous occurrence with an increase in atmospheric pressure.

   the net effect of surface cooling on cyclolysis at any level within the atmosphere.

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Etymology

Origin of cyclolysis

First recorded in 1915–20; cycl(one) + -o- ( def. ) -lysis