1. A hot, dry, dust-laden wind that blows across North Africa and the Middle East, typically in spring.
Usage: Also spelled 'khamsin' or 'chamsin'; Regional meteorological term

Examples

• The kamseen swept across Egypt, bringing temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• During the kamseen season, visibility on the roads decreased dramatically due to dust storms.
• Residents prepared for the arrival of the kamseen by securing loose outdoor items.
• The kamseen wind carries fine sand particles that can penetrate buildings and vehicles.
• Meteorologists warned of an intense kamseen expected to arrive within 48 hours.