tundra

Meanings

• noun

  A vast, treeless Arctic or sub-Arctic region, characterized by a harsh climate, permafrost, and low temperatures.

  - "The tundra is home to many hardy animals, such as polar bears and caribou."
  - "The temperature in the tundra can drop below zero degrees Fahrenheit in the winter."
  - "Despite the harsh conditions, some plants manage to grow in the tundra, such as mosses and lichens."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈtʌndɹə/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈtʌndɹə/
   
   
   
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Variants

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tundra , tundras , tundra swan , whistling swan

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Etymology

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From the Turkish word 'tundra' meaning 'swamp' or 'low land'.

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Trivia

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1. The tundra covers about 20% of the Earth's land area.

2. The lowest recorded temperature in the tundra was -128.6 degrees Fahrenheit (-89.2 degrees Celsius) in Antarctica.

3. The Arctic fox is an animal commonly found in the tundra and is well-adapted to the harsh climate.

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Related Concepts

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1. Arctic: The Arctic is the northernmost region of the Earth, encompassing the Arctic Ocean and the lands around it. The tundra is a major ecosystem found in the Arctic region.

2. Permafrost: Permafrost is a type of soil that remains frozen for two or more consecutive years. It is a common feature in the tundra.

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Culture

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The tundra has been a source of fascination for explorers and scientists due to its extreme climate and unique ecosystem. It has been featured in literature, such as Jack London's 'The Call of the Wild' and art, such as the paintings of Caspar David Friedrich.

How to Memorize "tundra"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize the word 'tundra', try visualizing a vast, snowy landscape with no trees in sight.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tundra' with the harsh, cold conditions of the Arctic.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'Tundra' starts with the letter 'T', just like the word 'treeless'.

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