/sɪˈrɒkɔɪʃ/ (si-ROH-kyish)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a strong, hot, and dusty wind from the Sahara Desert, typically blowing from Africa to southern Europe.

“The siroccoish air made it difficult to breathe outside.”

2. adjective (informal)

hot and humid, especially in an unpleasant way.

“The city felt siroccoish during the summer months.”