Meaning & use

harmattan

noun·Advanced

A dry, dusty wind that blows from the Sahara Desert across West Africa, typically during the dry season.

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The harmattan coated every rooftop in the city with a fine layer of red dust.

Farmers plan their harvest around the arrival of the harmattan each year.

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The harmattan usually occurs between November and March and can significantly reduce visibility and humidity across the region.

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