adj

equatorial

ehk-wuh-TAW-ree-uhl

adj

Relating to, near, or typical of the equator.

"The rainforest has a hot, humid equatorial climate."

"They sailed through equatorial waters on their way south."

How to Use Equatorial

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving to do with the equator, or the hot, humid climate found there.

Common pairings

equatorial climate equatorial rainforest equatorial region

more equatorial comparative, equatorials plural, most equatorial superlative

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The rainforest has a hot, humid _____ climate.

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