tropic

/'trɔpik/

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Explanation of the Word "Tropic"

Definition: The word "tropic" has two main uses:

Summary

In summary, "tropic" can refer to specific lines of latitude or describe the characteristics of hot, humid regions. It is often used when talking about weather, climate, and geography.

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Adjective

1. of weather or climate; hot and humid as in the tropics
   • tropical weather
2. relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator)
   • tropical islands
   • tropical fruit

Noun

1. either of two parallels of latitude about 23.5 degrees to the north and south of the equator representing the points farthest north and south at which the sun can shine directly overhead and constituting the boundaries of the Torrid Zone or tropics

Synonyms

• tropical