mistral
nounA dry cold northerly wind that blows in squalls toward the Mediterranean coast of southern France.
nounIn southern France and vicinity, a cold and dry northwest wind which blows in furious gusts from time to time in much of that region, notably in winter.
nounA violent and cold northwest wind experienced in the Mediterranean provinces of France, etc.
nounA strong cold north-west wind in southern France and the Mediterranean.
nouna strong north wind that blows in France during the winter
