arctic meaning and definition

ARCTIC noun

Definition of Arctic (noun)

1. the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole
   • synonyms: Arctic Zone, North Frigid Zone
2. a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow
   • synonyms: galosh, golosh, gumshoe, rubber

ARCTIC adjective

Definition of Arctic (adjective)

1. of or relating to the Arctic
   • "the Arctic summer"
   • synonyms: north-polar
2. extremely cold
   • "an arctic climate"; "a frigid day"; "gelid waters of the North Atlantic"; "glacial winds"; "icy hands"; "polar weather"
   • synonyms: frigid, gelid, glacial, icy, polar