The region of the uppermost atmosphere where temperature increases along with the altitude due to the absorption of solar ultraviolet radiation by ozone. The stratosphere extends from the tropopause (10–15 kilometers) to approximately 50 kilometers, where it is succeeded by the mesosphere.
A light breeze.
A flag used to indicate wind direction or, with a knot tied in the center, as a signal; a waif, a wheft.
Something (such as an odor or perfume) that is carried through the air.
To be moved, or to pass, on a buoyant medium; to float.
To give notice to by waving something; to wave the hand to; to beckon.
To (cause to) float easily or gently through the air.