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- 1. a strong, turbulent wind which carries clouds of fine dust, soil, and sand over a large area.
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Dust storm meteorological phenomenon common in arid and semi-arid regions. Dust storms arise when a gust front or other strong wind blows loose sand and dirt from a dry surface. Fine particles are transported by saltation and suspension, a process that moves soil from one place and deposits it in another. The arid regions of North Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia and China are the main terres... Wikipedia