What does mistral mean?
Definitions for mistral
ˈmɪs trəl, mɪˈstrɑlmis·tral
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Princeton's WordNet
mistralnoun
a strong north wind that blows in France during the winter
Wiktionary
mistralnoun
A strong cold north-west wind in southern France and the Mediterranean.
Etymology: mistral, from maestral, compare Catalan mestral, from magistralis, from magister.
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mistral
A mistral is a strong, cold, northwesterly wind that blows from southern France into the Gulf of Lion in the northern Mediterranean. It is most common in the winter and spring, and strongest in the transition between the two seasons. This wind is known for its chilling effect due to the rapid drop in temperature it brings.
Webster Dictionary
Mistralnoun
a violent and cold northwest wind experienced in the Mediterranean provinces of France, etc
Etymology: [F., fr. Provenal.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Mistral
mis′träl, n. a violent north-west wind which at certain seasons prevails on the south coast of France. [Fr. mistral, lit. a master (wind)—L. magister, master.]
Dictionary of Nautical Terms
mistral
A cold N.W. wind experienced on the Mediterranean shores of France. [Corrupted from maestrale.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of mistral in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of mistral in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
Examples of mistral in a Sentence
French President Francois Hollande:
In September 2014, I suspended the delivery of the first Mistral battleship to Russia, due to the conflictual situation, a year later, France clearly could not deliver a force-projection instrument to Russia in the current context. The issue was addressed with a strong sense of responsibility from both sides and with mutual respect. I discussed this with President Putin on several occasions.
French President Francois Hollande:
As far as the Mistral is concerned I have set the terms. Either the Mistral is delivered, which is not our decision as of today, or a repayment will be made in the form we have discussed.
France has already transferred these funds and, after the return of equipment, will acquire ownership and be able to take charge of both ships, moscow considers the Mistral issue completely resolved.
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