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<div class="definition"><div class="short_definition">In [[synoptic meteorology]], a pronounced protrusion of relatively [[dry air]] into a region  of higher [[moisture content]], sometimes associated with the [[jet stream]] or [[jet streaks]] at upper  levels.</div><br/> <div class="paragraph">This term is more frequently used than its opposite, [[moist tongue]].</div><br/> </div>
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Latest revision as of 13:46, 27 March 2024

In synoptic meteorology, a pronounced protrusion of relatively dry air into a region of higher moisture content, sometimes associated with the jet stream or jet streaks at upper levels.

This term is more frequently used than its opposite, moist tongue.

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