First Known Use: 1677
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atmosphere
noun at·mo·sphere \ˈat-mə-ˌsfir\
: the whole mass of air that surrounds the Earth
: a mass of gases that surround a planet or star
: the air in a particular place or area
Full Definition of ATMOSPHERE
1
a : the gaseous envelope of a celestial body (as a planet) b : the whole mass of air surrounding the earth
2
: the air of a locality
3
: a surrounding influence or environment <an atmosphere of hostility>
4
: a unit of pressure equal to the pressure of the air at sea level or approximately 14.7 pounds per square inch (101,325 pascals)
5
a : the overall aesthetic effect of a work of art b : an intriguing or singular tone, effect, or appeal <an inn with atmosphere>
— at·mo·sphered \-ˌsfird\ adjective
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Origin of ATMOSPHERE
New Latin atmosphaera, from Greek atmos vapor + Latin sphaera sphere
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ATMOSPHERED Defined for Kids
atmosphere
noun at·mo·sphere \ˈat-mə-ˌsfir\
Definition of ATMOSPHERE for Kids
1
: the whole mass of air that surrounds the earth
2
: the gas surrounding a heavenly body (as a planet) <The atmosphere of Mars is made up mostly of carbon dioxide.>
3
: the air in a particular place
4
: a surrounding influence or set of conditions <an atmosphere of excitement>
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atmosphere
noun at·mo·sphere \ˈat-mə-ˌsfi(ə)r\
Medical Definition of ATMOSPHERE
1
: the whole mass of air surrounding the earth
2
: the air of a locality
3
: a unit of pressure equal to the pressure of the air at sea level or to 101,325 pascals or to approximately 14.7 pounds per square inch
—at·mo·spher·ic \ˌat-mə-ˈsfi(ə)r-ik, -ˈsfer-\ adjective
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