altocumulus

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Definitions

noun

A fleecy cloud formation consisting of large whitish or greyish globular cloudlets with shaded portions, often grouped in flocks or rows. (Abbreviated Ac.)

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Synonyms

altocumulus cloud cirrocumulus cumulus stratocumulus cummie cumulostratus cap cloud cumulo-nimbus pyrocumulus woolpack cirrostratus stackencloud cumulonimbus roll cumulus twain cloud stratocirrus

Associated

altostratus cirrus clouds mackerel convection instability cloud warm sky genus

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