1. seasonal winds that bring heavy rains, especially in South and Southeast Asia
2. the rainy season associated with these winds

Examples

• The monsoons arrive in India around June each year.
• Farmers depend on the monsoons for their crops.
• Heavy monsoons can cause flooding in coastal areas.
• The monsoons bring relief from the hot, dry weather.
• Scientists study monsoon patterns to predict rainfall.
• During the monsoons, travel becomes difficult in rural areas.
• The timing of monsoons affects agricultural planning.