
polar
/ˈpəʊlə/ · /ˈpoʊlər/
CEFR level B2Topic EnvironmentWord #3651 in the learning path
极地的
Definitions
adj. Relating to the regions around the Earth's poles.
极地的
adj. Completely opposite in character, direction, or opinion.
完全相反的
Example
We watched a film about animals in polar regions.
我们看了一部关于极地动物的影片。
Rising global temperatures threaten polar ecosystems by reducing the sea ice that many species depend on.
全球气温升高使许多物种赖以生存的海冰减少,威胁着极地生态系统。
Collocations
- polar regions
- polar ice caps
- polar bear
- polar opposites
Word family
- pole (n.)
- polarity (n.)
Usage tip
polar指两极地区;polar opposites表示截然相反。
FAQ
- What does polar mean?
- Relating to the regions around the Earth's poles. Completely opposite in character, direction, or opinion.
- How is polar pronounced?
- UK /ˈpəʊlə/, US /ˈpoʊlər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.