tropic
//ˈtrɒpɪk//
Noun
tropicSingular
tropicsPlural
1
Either of the two parallels of latitude on the Earth, approximately 23.5 degrees north (Tropic of Cancer) or south (Tropic of Capricorn) of the equator, marking the boundaries of the torrid zone.
The Tropic of Cancer passes through several countries in Asia and Africa.
2
The region of the Earth lying between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, characterized by a hot climate.
Many exotic animals live in the tropics.
Synonym
Adjective
tropicCanonical form
1
Of, relating to, or characteristic of the tropics; tropical.
The island has a tropic climate with warm temperatures year-round.