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weather vane
noun
: an object that is usually put on the top of a roof and that has an arrow that turns as the wind blows to show the direction of the wind
Full Definition of WEATHER VANE
: vane 1a
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First Known Use of WEATHER VANE
circa 1721
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WEATHER VANE Defined for Kids
weather vane
noun
Definition of WEATHER VANE for Kids
: a movable device usually attached to a roof to show which way the wind is blowing
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