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Define the following term: Monsoons
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Answer
Monsoons — are the periodic seasonal winds blowing in the regions of South East Asia and Northern Australia. The word monsoon is derived from the Arabic word ‘Muslim’ meaning ‘Season’, on account of deeply affecting the seasons of the particular region.
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