arctic
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Relating to the very cold region around the North Pole.
Usage notes
As a general adjective meaning extremely cold, "arctic" is often written with a lowercase a, as in "arctic weather."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The explorers wore thick coats to survive the _____ winds."
Answer: arctic
In your own words, what does "arctic" mean?
Relating to the very cold region around the North Pole.
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