arctic (Meaning)

Wordnet

arctic (n)

the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole

a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow

Wordnet

arctic (s)

of or relating to the Arctic

extremely cold

Webster

arctic (a.)

Pertaining to, or situated under, the northern constellation called the Bear; northern; frigid; as, the arctic pole, circle, region, ocean; an arctic expedition, night, temperature.

Webster

arctic (n.)

The arctic circle.

A warm waterproof overshoe.

arctic Sentence Examples

  1. The Arctic region is characterized by its extreme cold temperatures and icy landscapes.
  2. Polar bears are well-adapted to the harsh conditions of the Arctic, where they hunt for seals on sea ice.
  3. The Arctic Circle marks the northernmost boundary of the Earth's frigid polar region.
  4. Indigenous peoples such as the Inuit have inhabited the Arctic for thousands of years, relying on subsistence hunting and fishing.
  5. Climate change is causing rapid melting of Arctic ice, threatening the delicate ecosystems and indigenous ways of life.
  6. Arctic expeditions require specialized equipment and training to navigate the treacherous terrain and severe weather conditions.
  7. The Arctic Ocean is home to unique marine life, including beluga whales, narwhals, and walruses.
  8. Arctic exploration in the 19th century led to the discovery of new trade routes and natural resources, such as oil and gas reserves.
  9. The Arctic tundra is a vast, treeless biome characterized by permafrost and sparse vegetation.
  10. Scientists conduct research in the Arctic to study climate change, biodiversity, and the impact of human activities on the fragile ecosystem.

FAQs About the word arctic

the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole, a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow, of or relating to the Ar

freezing, polar, cold, chill, cool, chilly,icy, frigid, frosty, wintry

warming, boiling, heated, fiery, fervent, lukewarm, red-hot, molten, fiery, lukewarm

The Arctic region is characterized by its extreme cold temperatures and icy landscapes.

Polar bears are well-adapted to the harsh conditions of the Arctic, where they hunt for seals on sea ice.

The Arctic Circle marks the northernmost boundary of the Earth's frigid polar region.

Indigenous peoples such as the Inuit have inhabited the Arctic for thousands of years, relying on subsistence hunting and fishing.