adjective
- of or relating to the south polar region or Antarctica
Examples
- The antarctic ice sheet contains most of the world’s fresh water.
- Scientists study antarctic wildlife to understand climate change.
- The antarctic winter lasts for several months.
- Penguins are well-adapted to the harsh antarctic environment.
- The antarctic treaty protects the continent from military activities.
- Research stations in the antarctic region collect valuable data.