dust whirl

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dust whirl [′dəst ‚wərl]

(meteorology)

A rapidly rotating column of air over a dry and dusty or sandy area, carrying dust, leaves, and other light material picked up from the ground; when well developed, it is known as a dust devil. Also known as dancing dervish; dancing devil; desert devil; sand auger; sand devil.

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