the tropics
plural noun
: the part of the world that is near the equator where the weather is very warm
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Designed for global use The manual is intended for engineers working across the tropics and subtropics, where bamboo is widely available.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Jan. 2026
Renowned for its aromatic leaves and zesty fruit, this unique tree not only adds a refreshing burst of flavor and zest to your favorite dishes but also brings a touch of the tropics to your growing space.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
Though summer sea surface temperatures in the tropics can get too hot, warmer winter and spring temperatures can fuel earlier blooms.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
Native to the tropics, lemons thrive in the heat but grow well elsewhere as long as the temperature remains well above freezing for most of the year.
—Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Jan. 2026
Renowned for its aromatic leaves and zesty fruit, this unique tree not only adds a refreshing burst of flavor and zest to your favorite dishes but also brings a touch of the tropics to your growing space.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
Though summer sea surface temperatures in the tropics can get too hot, warmer winter and spring temperatures can fuel earlier blooms.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
Native to the tropics, lemons thrive in the heat but grow well elsewhere as long as the temperature remains well above freezing for most of the year.
—Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
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“The tropics.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20tropics. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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