antarctic

BrE /ˈæntərktɪk/ AmE /ˈæntɑːrktsɪk/

noun / adjective en → es

1 PLACE [noun] B2

the continent surrounding the South Pole, also known as Antarctica

antártico (masculine noun)

Collocations antarctic ice

The antarctic is covered in a thick layer of ice.

La Antártida está cubierta por una capa espesa de hielo.

2 REGION [noun] B2

the region around the South Pole, including the ocean surrounding Antarctica

antártico (masculine noun)

Collocations antarctic waters

The antarctic is home to many unique species of penguins.

La Antártida es hogar de muchas especies únicas de pingüinos.

3 ADJECTIVE [adjective] B2

relating to or located in the antarctic region

antártico, del Polo Sur

Collocations antarctic research

Scientists are conducting antarctic research.

Los científicos están realizando investigaciones en la Antártida.