Meaning & use
tropical
Relating to or typical of the hot, humid regions near the equator.
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They spent their honeymoon on a tropical island lined with palm trees.
A tropical storm is expected to bring heavy rain to the coast this weekend.
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Tropical describes climates and regions near the equator, characterized by warmth and, often, high humidity or rainfall.
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