Tropic of Capricorn

Proper noun

Meaning

Tropic of Capricorn

(geography) The parallel of latitude 23°30′south of the equator, marking the southern boundary of the tropics; the sun is directly overhead at the December solstice.

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Examples

It is situated at the southern edge of the tropics; the Tropic of Capricorn cuts the country about in half. Source: Internet

With the Paraneña region reaching southward and the Chaco extending to the north, Paraguay straddles the Tropic of Capricorn and experiences both subtropical and tropical climates. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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