Arctic
/ˈɑ:ktɪk; `ɑrktɪk/ adj
1 [attrib 作定语]
of the regions around the North Pole 北极的; 北极区的. =>illus at globe 见globe之插图.
2 arctic
(a) very cold 极冷的; 严寒的
arctic weather 严寒的天气
The conditions were arctic. 周围环境极冷.
(b) [attrib 作定语]
suitable for such conditions 适於寒冷的: arctic clothing 寒衣.