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Noun mackerel sky has 1 sense | ||||
Definitions from the WebMackerel SkyDefinition: Mackerel sky refers to a type of cloud formation that resembles the pattern of fish scales. It consists of rows or groups of small, white, and flaky clouds with blue sky visible in between. Sense 1: (Noun) - A cloud formation resembling the pattern of fish scales. Example sentence: The mackerel sky appeared in the afternoon, indicating a change in weather and the approach of a storm. Sense 2: (Noun) - A popular phrase used metaphorically to describe a sky full of small, scattered clouds. Example sentence: As they looked up at the mackerel sky, the children imagined shapes and animals formed by the scattered clouds. Sense 3: (Adjective) - Referring to something being prominently spotted or resembling the pattern of fish scales. Example sentence: The artist created a mesmerizing painting with a mackerel sky backdrop, depicting the serene beauty of a coastal landscape. Sense 4: (Adjective) - Pertaining to a local or regional term used to describe a cloud formation. Example sentence: Among fishermen, mackerel sky is a well-known term often used to predict upcoming weather conditions. Related products on Amazon: | ||||
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