E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Sola’no.
Ask no favour during the Solano (Spanish). Ask no favour during a time of trouble, panic, or adversity. The Solano of Spain is a south-east wind, extremely hot, and loaded with fine dust. It produces giddiness and irritation. Called the Sirocco in Italy.
