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arc·tic
 arctic
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- pronunciation:
- ark
tihk
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
(often cap.) of or pertaining to the geographic region encompassing the North Pole.
Polar bears live in the Arctic wilderness.- synonyms:
- hyperborean
- similar words:
- boreal, northern, polar
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| definition 2: |
characterized by or resembling the severity of weather of the arctic region.
We had arctic temperatures here in Chicago last week.- synonyms:
- bitter, bleak, freezing, frigid, gelid, glacial, hyperborean, ice-cold, icy
- antonyms:
- torrid, tropical
- similar words:
- frozen
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| definition 3: |
suited for or similar to that which is used or worn in the arctic.
We have an arctic tent that we use for winter camping.I bought an arctic parka to stay warm this winter.- synonyms:
- polar
- similar words:
- glacial
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| related words: |
cold |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
(often cap.) the geographical area enclosed by the Arctic Circle.
Several varieties of moss and lichen grow in the Arctic.Global warming is causing melting of ice in the Arctic.- synonyms:
- North Pole, polar circle
- similar words:
- tundra
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| definition 2: |
(pl.) warm, waterproof outer shoes.
You'll have to get a pair of arctics to stay dry and warm in this weather.- similar words:
- galoshes, mukluks, overshoes, rubbers
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| derivation: |
arctically (adv.) |
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