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The German word "Witterung" is a noun that refers to "weather" or "atmospheric conditions". It implies both current weather conditions and often includes considerations of the general climate. "Witterung" is derived from the verb "wittern," which means "to scent" or "to perceive".

Similar words in German include "Wetter" (weather), which is more commonly used in everyday conversation, and "Klima" (climate), which refers to the long-term weather patterns in an area.

The difference is that "Witterung" tends to refer more specifically to short-term atmospheric conditions or nuances in weather, while "Wetter" is used broadly for any weather-related discussion and "Klima" focuses on long-term weather trends.