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10 Language-to-English DictionariesTropical
/ˈtrɒp.ɪ.kəl/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Relating to or occurring in the tropics, the regions of the Earth between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.
"The tropical rainforest is home to a diverse range of species." - 2
Characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity.
"The tropical climate of the island makes it a popular vacation destination."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'tropical' originates from the Latin 'tropicus', which means 'turning' or 'pertaining to the tropics'. It evolved through Old French in the 14th century, referring to the regions of the Earth located between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, characterized by warm climates and abundant vegetation.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Tropical" is said worldwide
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tropical
Transliteration: tropical
"La forêt tropicale abrite une grande diversité d'espèces."
tropisch
Transliteration: tropisch
"Das tropische Klima ist ideal für viele Pflanzenarten."
tropicale
Transliteration: tropicale
"Il clima tropicale è caratterizzato da temperature elevate."
tropical
Transliteration: tropical
"La selva tropical es un ecosistema muy diverso."
tropical
Transliteration: tropical
"O clima tropical é ideal para o cultivo de várias frutas."
उष्णकटिबंधीय
Transliteration: uṣṇakaṭibandhīya
"उष्णकटिबंधीय वन में कई प्रजातियाँ पाई जाती हैं।"
热带
Transliteration: rèdài
"热带雨林是许多物种的栖息地。"
열대의
Transliteration: yeoldaeeui
"열대 기후는 다양한 식물과 동물의 서식지입니다."
熱帯の
Transliteration: nettai no
"熱帯雨林は多様な生物の宝庫です。"
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