winters
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈwɪntɝz// UK //wˈɪntəz// win·ters
n. the coldest season of the year, coming between autumn and spring. In many places, this is when it snows and the days are very short.
n. the coldest season of the year, occurring between autumn and spring. In the northern hemisphere, it traditionally encompasses December, January, and February.
The winters here are very cold and snowy.
Many birds migrate south to warmer climates to avoid the harsh winters of the north.
The local economy relies heavily on tourism during the long winters, when visitors arrive in large numbers to enjoy the nearby ski resorts.
Usage
Often used in the plural to describe the recurring experience of the season over several years.