bise
- noun
- The bise chilled us to the bone.
Examples
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The bise swept across the Rhône Valley, bringing a sharp chill to the morning air.
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Vineyards in the region are accustomed to the fierce bise that blows in winter.
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Locals bundled up to protect themselves from the biting cold of the bise.
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During winter, the bise often sweeps through Provence.
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The bise can make winter days in southeastern France feel even colder.
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Farmers often appreciate the bise for its role in drying the air and preserving crops.
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As the bise blew down from the mountains, everyone wrapped up warmly to avoid the chill.
Synonyms
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A wind that blows from the north toward the south
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A strong cold wind from southern France that blows into the Mediterranean in winter
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A strong cold wind that blows from the north
A cold dry north wind that blows in southeastern France, especially the Rhone valley
A cold dry wind from mountains that blows into Italy and the western Mediterranean
A cold dry wind that blows from mountains into Italy and the western Mediterranean
A strong cold wind from the north or northeast that blows along coasts
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Etymology
The word bise comes from French and names a cold north wind that blows in southeastern France and nearby regions. A helpful way to remember it is that bise sounds like 'bite', because the wind brings a sharp, 'biting' cold that feels like it is biting your face.