1. plural of khamsin; hot, dry southerly winds that blow across North Africa and the Middle East, typically in spring.
Usage: Also spelled 'chamsin' or 'simoom'; Often brings dust storms and extreme heat; Regional/meteorological term

Examples

• The khamsins swept across Egypt in late April, raising temperatures above 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Travelers in the Sahara must prepare for the intense khamsins that can arrive suddenly.
• The khamsins brought massive dust clouds that reduced visibility to just a few meters.
• During the season of khamsins, locals stay indoors to avoid the scorching winds.
• Ancient caravans feared the khamsins for their ability to bury entire routes in sand.