weatherman

We often turn to the weatherman on TV, radio, or online to learn what the sky may bring next. He reports on rain, sunshine, wind, snow, and storms, helping people decide whether to take an umbrella, change travel plans, or stay alert.

The word usually means a man who gives the weather forecast, especially in the news. Sometimes people use it loosely for any weather expert, but "meteorologist" is the more exact word for someone with scientific training. You might hear, "The weatherman said a hurricane is heading our way," or "I always check the local weatherman before planning a picnic."

A weatherman is a man who presents or reports the weather forecast, often on television, radio, or online news. In everyday speech, the word can also refer more loosely to a man who studies and predicts the weather. He may talk about temperature, rain, snow, wind, and dangerous conditions such as hurricanes or thunderstorms.

In common use, many people call the person on the news a weatherman even when his formal job title is "meteorologist." That second word is more exact because it stresses scientific training and the study of the atmosphere. Still, "weatherman" remains a familiar everyday word, especially in casual speech.

You might hear about a "local weatherman" giving updates during the evening news, warning people about a coming snowstorm, or explaining when heavy rain will arrive. His work can matter in small daily ways, like helping you choose a coat, and in serious ways, like giving early warnings before severe weather.

So, although the image may be someone standing in front of a map, the role is more than simple presentation. A weatherman helps people understand upcoming weather and prepare for what may happen next.