Monsoon

/mɒnˈsuːn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A seasonal prevailing wind in the region of South and Southeast Asia, bringing heavy rains.

The monsoon season typically begins in June and lasts until September, transforming the landscape with rains.

The rain associated with the monsoon winds, especially in India and surrounding countries.

Farmers eagerly await the arrival of the monsoon to water their crops after the dry months.

A period of heavy rainfall and storms during the monsoon season.

The city experienced severe flooding due to unusually heavy monsoon rains this year.

From Arabic 'mausim', meaning 'season'.

monsoon season

The part of the year when the monsoon winds bring heavy rain.

monsoon rains

The rainfall brought about by the monsoon winds.

season

A period of the year characterized by particular conditions, such as weather or events.

precipitation

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from clouds and reaches the ground.