Used chiefly with the definite article to denote the geographical region just south of the Arctic Circle; generally treated as an uncountable noun.
Traductions
Scientists conducted research on permafrost in the subarctic.
Des scientifiques ont mené des recherches sur le pergélisol dans le subarctique.
Définitions
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.