subtropical
adjective/sʌbˈtrɒpɪkəl/
Frequency rank: #14,128 most common English word
Meaning
relating to or characteristic of regions bordering on the tropics, with hot summers and mild winters.
Example sentence
The island enjoys subtropical weather, with warm temperatures throughout most of the year.
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