Definition of arctic
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
often capitalized
: of, relating to, or suitable for use at the north pole or the region near it
arctic waters arctic animals arctic clothing
2a
: bitter cold : frigid
arctic air
b
: cold in temper or mood
an arctic smile
arctic
nounDefinition of arctic (Entry 2 of 2)
: a rubber overshoe reaching to the ankle or above
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The first known use of arctic was circa 1540
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