Arctic: meaning, definitions and examples

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Arctic

[ ˈɑːrktɪk ]

^{Context #1}

extreme cold climate

relating to or characteristic of the regions around the North Pole

Synonyms

chilly, frozen, polar

Examples of usage

The Arctic Circle
Arctic weather conditions
Arctic animals

^{Context #2}

region

the region around the North Pole, centered on the Arctic Ocean

Synonyms

northern region, polar zone

Examples of usage

The Arctic is home to unique wildlife
Explorers ventured into the Arctic

Translations

Translations of the word "Arctic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 Ártico

🇮🇳 आर्कटिक

🇩🇪 Arktis

🇮🇩 Arktik

🇺🇦 Арктика

🇵🇱 Arktyka

🇯🇵 北極 (Hokkyoku)

🇫🇷 Arctique

🇪🇸 Ártico

🇹🇷 Arktik

🇰🇷 북극 (Bukgeuk)

🇸🇦 القطب الشمالي

🇨🇿 Arktida

🇸🇰 Arktída

🇨🇳 北极 (Běijí)

🇸🇮 Arktika

🇮🇸 Norðurskautið

🇰🇿 Арктика

🇬🇪 არქტიკა (Arktika)

🇦🇿 Arktika

🇲🇽 Ártico

Word origin

The word 'Arctic' originated from the Greek word 'arktikos', meaning 'of the bear, northern'. It is derived from the constellation Ursa Major, which is also known as the Great Bear. The Arctic region is known for its extreme cold temperatures, polar ice caps, and unique ecosystems.