Arcticizing

/ˈɑːrktɪsaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The process of making something Arctic in character or currently in the act of adapting to Arctic conditions.

Etymology

Present participle of 'arcticize' created with the '-ing' suffix. Shows ongoing action rather than completed action.

Kelly Says

The '-ing' form of verbs is special—it can work as a verb ('they are arcticizing'), a noun ('arcticizing is difficult'), or an adjective ('an arcticizing region')!

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