Monsoon

noun

/mɒnˈsuːn/

Word Frequency: 1.8

Definitions

1.nounAny of a number of winds associated with regions where most rain falls during a particular season.

2.nounTropical rainy season when the rain lasts for several months with few interruptions.

3.nounThe rains themselves.

4.nounEntire meteorological systems with such characteristics.

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