Afer
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003353
A hot, dry, southwesterly wind experienced in ancient Italy, believed to originate from Africa. This classical wind name describes a phenomenon similar to the modern Sirocco, bringing oppressive heat and dust from the African continent across the Mediterranean. The term is primarily of historical significance in meteorology, appearing in classical literature to describe this specific regional wind.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003353 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Synonyms | Africo; Africino; Africuo; Africus ventus |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Afer",
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"definition": "A hot, dry, southwesterly wind experienced in ancient Italy, believed to originate from Africa. This classical wind name describes a phenomenon similar to the modern Sirocco, bringing oppressive heat and dust from the African continent across the Mediterranean. The term is primarily of historical significance in meteorology, appearing in classical literature to describe this specific regional wind.",
"synonyms": [
"Africo",
"Africino",
"Africuo",
"Africus ventus"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/afer/"
}
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