bize

• Nom désignant un vent sec, froid et violent du nord, soufflant dans le sud-est de la France, semblable au mistral ou à la bise.

A noun referring to a dry, cold north wind that occurs in southeastern France.

1. A dry cold north windC1formal

   A dry, cold, and often strong north wind that occurs in southeastern France, particularly in the region of Provence.

   Bise

   • The bize swept through the valley, chilling the air.
   • Farmers in Provence are accustomed to the harsh bize in winter.
   • The bize can cause temperatures to drop significantly overnight.

   Synonymesbise