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subarctic

UK
/sʌbˈɑːktɪk/
US
/sʌbˈɑrk.tɪk/

Translations

subarcticadjective
UK
/sʌbˈɑːktɪk/
US
/sʌbˈɑrk.tɪk/
The subarctic climate of the region makes it challenging for agriculture.
Le climat subarctique de la région rend l’agriculture difficile.
Synonyms
subpolar
cold
frigid
polar
subarcticnoun
UK
/sʌbˈɑːktɪk/
US
/sʌbˈɑrktɪk/
Used chiefly with the definite article to denote the geographical region just south of the Arctic Circle; generally treated as an uncountable noun.
subarctiqueGéographie.
Scientists conducted research on permafrost in the subarctic.
Des scientifiques ont mené des recherches sur le pergélisol dans le subarctique.

Definitions

subarcticadjective
Relating to the region immediately south of the Arctic Circle, characterized by cold temperatures and short growing seasons.
The subarctic climate of the region makes it challenging for agriculture.
subarcticnoun
The region of the Earth immediately south of the Arctic Circle, noted for its long, cold winters and short, cool summers.
Scientists conducted research on permafrost in the subarctic.
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