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adjective

1. relating to or characteristic of the tropics, the region of the Earth surrounding the equator and characterized by warm climate and rich biodiversity.

Example sentence: The tropical rainforests are home to a vast array of exotic plants and animals.

2. being of, or relating to, the type of climate found within the tropics.

Example sentence: The tropical heat and humidity can take some time to acclimate to.

noun

3. a tropical plant, typically one suitable for greenhouse culture.

Example sentence: She cultivated a variety of tropicals in her lush greenhouse.

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