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- Dictionaryforecast/ˈfɔːkɑːst/
verb
- 1. predict or estimate (a future event or trend): "rain is forecast for Scotland"
noun
- 1. a calculation or estimate of future events, especially coming weather or a financial trend.
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The meaning of FORECAST is to calculate or predict (some future event or condition) usually as a result of study and analysis of available pertinent data; especially : to predict (weather conditions) on the basis of correlated meteorological observations.
FORECAST definition: 1. a statement of what is judged likely to happen in the future, especially in connection with a…. Learn more.
A forecast is a prediction of what will happen. If the weather forecast calls for sunny skies, consider leaving your umbrella at home. (But, since forecasts aren’t guaranteed to be right, don’t blame us if you get rained on.)
1. to predict (a future condition or occurrence); calculate in advance: to forecast a heavy snowfall. 2. to serve as a prediction of; foreshadow. 3. to conjecture beforehand; make a prediction. n. 4. a prediction, esp. of future weather conditions. 5. a conjecture as to something in the future. 6. Archaic. foresight in planning; forethought.
A forecast is a statement of what is expected to happen in the future, especially in relation to a particular event or situation.
FORECAST definition: 1. a report saying what is likely to happen in the future: 2. to say what you expect to happen in…. Learn more.
A forecast is a statement of what is expected to happen in the future, especially in relation to a particular event or situation.
Definition of forecast noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. a statement about what will happen in the future, based on information that is available now. The sales forecasts are encouraging. It is difficult to make long-term forecasts for a fast-growing industry. The forecast said there would be sunny intervals and showers.
FORECAST meaning: to say that (something) will happen in the future to predict (something, such as weather) after looking at the information that is available
There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun forecast, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
