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- Dictionaryweathervane/ˈwɛðəveɪn/
noun
- 1. a revolving pointer to show the direction of the wind, typically mounted on top of a building.
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A wind vane, weather vane, or weathercock is an instrument used for showing the direction of the wind. It is typically used as an architectural ornament to the highest point of a building. The word vane comes from the Old English word fana, meaning "flag". Wikipedia