Meaning & use
equator
The imaginary line around the middle of the Earth, equally distant from the North and South Poles.
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Countries near the equator generally experience hot, humid weather all year round.
The ship crossed the equator during its voyage from Europe to South America.
A note on using this word
The equator divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres and marks zero degrees latitude.
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