Meaning of the word weathervane in English

What does weathervane mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

weathervane

US /ˈweð.ɚ.veɪn/
UK /ˈweð.ə.veɪn/
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Noun

a device for showing the direction of the wind, typically a rotating ornament on top of a building

Example:
The old barn had a rooster weathervane on its roof.
A weathervane helps you know which way the wind is blowing.