Subscriber login


Forgot your password?

Library card login

Other

stratus

Syllabification: (stra·tus)
Pronunciation: /ˈstrātəs, ˈstra-/
Definition of stratus

noun

  • cloud forming a continuous horizontal gray sheet, often with rain or snow.

Origin:

early 19th century: modern Latin, from Latin, literally 'strewn', past participle of sternere

stratus in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of stratus in the British & World English dictionary

Nearby words

  |  Cite

More words in this category

Oxford Dictionaries Pro

For Oxford's best resources for writers, plus thesaurus, audio, and 1.9m examples.

GET PRO ►

Shop for an Oxford dictionary
Find the perfect Oxford dictionary for you in our online shop.
SHOP NOW ►

Word of the day

cur

/ kər /
noun
an aggressive dog or one that is in poor condition …