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Mistral: meaning, definitions and examples

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mistral

 

[ หˆmษชstrษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

weather phenomenon

A mistral is a strong, cold northwesterly wind that blows through the Rhรดne valley and southern France. This wind is notable particularly in the winter and spring months. It can create clear skies and also contribute to instability in weather. The mistral is an important climatic feature of the region, influencing not only the local weather patterns but also agricultural practices, especially in vineyards.

Synonyms

breeze, wind

Examples of usage

  • The mistral swept through the valley, bringing a chilling breeze.
  • Farmers appreciate the mistral for its ability to dry out the vineyards.
  • During the summer, the mistral can provide a refreshing break from the heat.

Translations

Translations of the word "mistral" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mistral

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคธเฅเคŸเฅเคฐเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mistral

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mistral

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ัั‚ั€ะฐะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mistral

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŸใ‚นใƒˆใƒฉใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mistral

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mistral

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mistral

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฏธ์ŠคํŠธ๋ž„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…istral

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mistral

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mistral

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฑณๆ–ฏ็‰นๆ‹‰ๅฐ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mistral

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mistral

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะธัั‚ั€ะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒกแƒขแƒ แƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mistral

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mistral

Etymology

The term 'mistral' originates from the Occitan word 'mistral', which is derived from the Latin word 'mฤnsu' meaning 'master'. Historically, the mistral has been known by various names in local cultures and has a significant presence in the folklore and traditions of southern France. Its influence on the climate and landscapes has been documented for centuries, often associated with both beneficial effects, such as clearing the mist and providing dry conditions for agriculture, and negative impacts like sudden temperature drops. Today, the mistral is not only recognized meteorologically but also holds cultural importance, representing the unique environmental characteristics of the Provence region.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,451, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.