Equatorial: meaning, definitions and examples
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equatorial
[ ɪˌkwəˈtɔːrɪəl ]
climate
relating to or near the equator, especially the region between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.
Synonyms
equator, equatorial belt, tropical
Examples of usage
- The equatorial regions receive more sunlight throughout the year.
- The equatorial climate is characterized by high temperatures and humidity.
geography
an imaginary line drawn around the earth equally distant from both poles, dividing the earth into northern and southern hemispheres and constituting the parallel of latitude 0°.
Synonyms
celestial equator, equatorial circle, equinoctial line
Examples of usage
- The equator passes through several countries in Africa and South America.
- The equator is the starting point for measuring latitude.
Translations
Translations of the word "equatorial" in other languages:
🇵🇹 equatorial
🇮🇳 भूमध्य रेखीय
🇩🇪 äquatorial
🇮🇩 khatulistiwa
🇺🇦 екваторіальний
🇵🇱 równikowy
🇯🇵 赤道の
🇫🇷 équatorial
🇪🇸 ecuatorial
🇹🇷 ekvatoral
🇰🇷 적도의
🇸🇦 استوائي
🇨🇿 rovníkový
🇸🇰 rovníkový
🇨🇳 赤道的
🇸🇮 ekvatorialni
🇮🇸 miðbaugs
🇰🇿 экваторлық
🇬🇪 ეკვატორული
🇦🇿 ekvatorial
🇲🇽 ecuatorial
Word origin
The word 'equatorial' originated from the Latin word 'aequatorialis' which means 'pertaining to an equator'. The concept of the equator as an imaginary line dividing the earth into two hemispheres dates back to ancient civilizations. The equatorial regions are known for their unique climate and biodiversity, making them significant areas of study for scientists and researchers.