adj
Uncommon
equatorial
ehk-wuh-TAW-ree-uhl
Equatorial (adj) means relating to, near, or typical of the equator. Example: “The rainforest has a hot, humid equatorial climate.”
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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."
"That plant is best suited to equatorial climates."
How to use equatorial
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving to do with the equator, or the hot, humid climate found there.
Common pairings
equatorial climate
equatorial rainforest
equatorial region
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Word forms
- Plural
- equatorials
- Comparative
- more equatorial
- Superlative
- most equatorial
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What does “equatorial” mean?
The word “equatorial” means relating to, near, or typical of the equator. In plain terms, having to do with the equator, or the hot, humid climate found there.
How do you pronounce “equatorial”?
“Equatorial” is pronounced ehk-wuh-TAW-ree-uhl (/ˌɛkwəˈtɔːɹiəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “equatorial” in a sentence?
Here is “equatorial” used in a sentence: “The rainforest has a hot, humid equatorial climate.”
What part of speech is “equatorial”?
“Equatorial” is an adjective.
Is “equatorial” a common word?
“Equatorial” is an uncommon word in modern English.
