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arctic circle
noun, often capitalized A&C
Definition of ARCTIC CIRCLE
: the parallel of latitude that is approximately 661⁄2 degrees north of the equator and that circumscribes the northern frigid zone
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First Known Use of ARCTIC CIRCLE
1622
ARCTIC CIRCLE Defined for Kids
Arctic Circle
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Definition of ARCTIC CIRCLE for Kids
the parallel of latitude that is 661⁄2 degrees north of the equator
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