circumpolar

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or found in the Arctic and Antarctic regions, encircling the North or South Poles.

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Variants

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circumpolar

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'circumpolaris' meaning 'surrounding the poles'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'circumpolar' was first used in English in the late 16th century.

2. The circumpolar Arctic and Antarctic regions cover approximately 24% of the Earth's total surface area.

3. There are 19 countries with territories in the Arctic Circle, and 12 countries with territories in the Antarctic Treaty System.

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1. Polar Regions: The areas around the North and South Poles, characterized by extreme cold temperatures and icy landscapes.

2. Arctic Circle: A circle of latitude at 66°33'N, marking the southernmost boundary of the Arctic Region.

3. Antarctic Circle: A circle of latitude at 66°33'S, marking the northernmost boundary of the Antarctic Region.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'circumpolar' is used to describe the shared experiences, traditions, and challenges of people living in the Arctic and Antarctic regions. It is also used metaphorically to refer to something that is all-encompassing or global.

How to Memorize "circumpolar"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a globe, and visualize the areas around the North and South Poles as the circumpolar regions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'circumpolar' with the idea of something that surrounds or encompasses the poles.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Circus Polaris' to remember that 'circumpolar' refers to the areas around the North and South Poles.

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