monsoon

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Definitions

n.

A seasonal wind in South Asia bringing heavy rains in summer; the rainy season itself

季风;雨季

🧩 Root Breakdown

Loanword
monsoonother
=monsoon

Common Collocations

  • 1.monsoon season季风季节
  • 2.monsoon wind季风
  • 3.monsoon rain季风雨

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The [monsoon] season brings heavy rainfall to the region.

  • 2.

    Farmers depend on the [monsoon] winds for agricultural success.

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