Tropic

Pronunciation: /ˈtrɑːpɪk/

Tropic (noun)

  1. either of the two lines of latitude where the sun is directly overhead at noon.
  2. the area on Earth between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, known for warm weather.

Examples

  • The tropic is known for its intense heat.
  • Many species thrive in the tropic due to the warm temperatures.

Common collocations: tropic of Cancer, tropic of Capricorn, tropic climate, tropic region, tropic vegetation

Synonyms of Tropic

Neutral