What does circumpolar mean?
Circumpolar means Located or found throughout a polar region..
Circumpolar
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Located or found throughout a polar region..
Definitions by Sense
- Located or found throughout a polar region.
- (astronomy) Of a celestial body, continually visible above the horizon during the entire 360 degrees of daily travel.
Example Sentences
a circumpolar star
Synonyms for circumpolar
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for circumpolar?
Common synonyms include polar, visible, seeable.
What is the opposite of circumpolar?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use circumpolar in a sentence?
a circumpolar star
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