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subarctic

/sʌbˈɑːktɪk/

/sʌbˈɑrk.tɪk/

subarcticadjective

/sʌbˈɑːktɪk/

/sʌbˈɑrk.tɪk/

Translations

The subarctic climate is characterized by long, cold winters.

Субарктический климат характеризуется долгими, холодными зимами.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

subarcticnoun

/sʌbˈɑːktɪk/

/sʌbˈɑrktɪk/

Used chiefly with the definite article to denote the geographical region just south of the Arctic Circle; generally treated as an uncountable noun.

Definitions

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.