Definition of "ghibli" [ghibli]

• A hot, dust-carrying desert wind in North Africa, somewhat similar to the foehn (noun)

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• "It is susceptible to hot, dry, dust-laden southern wind called the sirocco or "ghibli" which lasts one to four days in spring and fall; and, from dust storms and sandstorms."
• "As I understand it, the Germans and Italians called it "ghibli" which is based on an Arabic word."
• "You can find more info on this movie at the official website: ghibli. jp/ponyo."