semitropics
/ˌsɛmiˈtrɑpɪks/
noun
- Regions or areas that have a semitropical climate, between the tropics and temperate zones.
- Many citrus fruits are grown in the semitropics.
- They moved to the semitropics to escape the cold northern winters.
- The semitropics are known for their diverse plant and animal life.
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