Meaning Of The Word Harmattan

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What's The Definition Of Harmattan?

harmattan in American English
a dry, dusty wind that blows from the Sahara in N Africa toward the Atlantic, esp. from Nov. to March
noun: a dry, parching land breeze, charged with dust

harmattan in British English
noun: a dry dusty wind from the Sahara blowing towards the W African coast, esp from November to March

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