Arctic: meaning, definitions and examples
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Arctic
[ ˈɑːrktɪk ]
extreme cold climate
relating to or characteristic of the regions around the North Pole
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The Arctic Circle
- Arctic weather conditions
- Arctic animals
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
Etymology
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.
See also: Antarctic.