Meaning of harmattan in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌhɑrməˈtɑn/

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  1. Noun

    harmattan

    Etymology

    late 17th century: from Akan haramata

    Definitions

    1. a dusty wind from the Sahara that blows toward the western coast of Africa during the winter

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