"Santa Ana wind" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Santa Ana winds [plural]
Etymology: From Santa Ana, formerly a Spanish settlement in southern California + wind. But see also Santana wind. Etymology templates: {{m|en|w:Santa Ana, California|Santa Ana}} Santa Ana, {{m|en|wind}} wind Head templates: {{en-noun}} Santa Ana wind (plural Santa Ana winds)
  1. A foehn occurring during certain weather conditions in the Los Angeles area. Categories (topical): Wind Synonyms: Santana wind, Santa Ana

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