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polar

/ˈpəʊlə/

/ˈpoʊlər/

Translations

polarnoun

polars

/ˈpəʊ.lə/

/ˈpoʊ.lɚ/

Specialized mathematical noun: the line or plane (polar) associated with a point relative to a conic or surface.

polaradjective

more polar

Comp.

most polar

Super.

/ˈpəʊlə/

/ˈpoʊlər/

The polar regions are known for their extreme cold.

Полярные регионы известны своим экстремальным холодом.

Synonyms

polarnoun

A straight line or plane associated with a given point with respect to a conic section, curve, or surface in geometry.

In projective geometry, the polar of a point with respect to a circle is the line perpendicular to the line joining the point to the circle's center.

polaradjective

Relating to the North or South Pole or the regions around them.

The polar climate is characterized by long, harsh winters and short, cool summers.

Having a pair of equal and opposite charges.

Water is a polar molecule, which makes it an excellent solvent.

Completely opposite in character or tendency.

Their views on the subject were polar, leading to frequent debates.