Outflow: Also referred to as an outflow boundary, it is the outward flow of air from a system, such as a thunderstorm. It is the result of cold downdrafts and its passage includes a wind shift and temperature drop.

 

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Outflow: Also referred to as an outflow boundary, it is the outward flow of air from a system, such as a thunderstorm. It is the result of cold downdrafts and its passage includes a wind shift and te . . . View Full Definition

Cash Outflows: The initial cost and other expected outlays associated with an investment.

Noncash Charge: A cost, such as depreciation, depletion, and amortization, that does not involve any cash outflow.

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Outwelling: The outflow of nutrients from an estuary or salt-marsh system to shelf waters

Macroburst: A large downburst with an outflow diameter of 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) or larger and damaging winds.