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e·qua·to·ri·al
 equatorial
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- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
of, relating to, near, or on any equator.
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| definition 2: |
relating to or resembling climatic conditions near the earth's equator.
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| related words: |
tropical |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a telescope mounted on two axes, one parallel to and one perpendicular to the earth's axis of rotation.
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| derivation: |
equatorially (adv.) |
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