Antipolar

/ˌæntɪˈpoʊlər/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or situated at points opposite to the poles; contrary to or opposing polar characteristics.

Etymology

From 'anti-' plus 'polar.' This geographical and mathematical term describes regions or properties that are opposite to or distinct from polar regions.

Kelly Says

While Antarctica and the Arctic are polar, equatorial regions are sometimes called 'antipolar'—and they're bizarrely opposite in every way: freezing vs. hot, sparse vs. teeming with life!

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