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Definition of semitropics

semitropics

/ˌsɛm.iˈtrɑː.pɪks/
sem · i · trop · ics

Adverb:semitropically
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Plural:semitropics
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Adjective:semitropical
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semitropics Lexical Profile

semitropics Game Scores & Validity

• noun

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The geographical and climatic regions bordering the tropics, situated between the tropical zone and the temperate zones (typically between 23.5 and 35 degrees latitude in both hemispheres), characterized by hot summers and mild winters.

Example

"Many citrus varieties thrive in the warm, frost-free winters of the semitropics."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Semitropics. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/semitropics
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