alizé

Alizé is a term used in several contexts. In meteorology and geography, alizé (plural alizés) refers to the prevailing trade winds that blow toward the equator in the tropics. These steady winds are typically from the northeast in the Northern Hemisphere and from the southeast in the Southern Hemisphere, generated by the subtropical highs and the Hadley cell circulation. The winds help drive tropical climates and have historically influenced sailing routes and maritime trade, contributing to the warm, humid conditions near the equator and the formation of the doldrums where winds slacken.

Alizé is also a brand of fruit-flavored liqueur produced in France and marketed internationally. The liqueur blends a base spirit with tropical fruit flavors such as passion fruit, guava, and mango, producing a medium-sweet beverage. It was launched in 1984 by Sidney Frank Importing Co. and is commonly used in mixed drinks or served over ice.

As a given name, Alizé is primarily feminine in French-speaking regions. Notable people with the name include French professional tennis players Alizé Cornet and Alizé Lim.