ant·arc·tic or Ant·arc·tic 
/æntˈɑɚktɪk/ adjective
always used before a noun /æntˈɑɚktɪk/ adjective : of or relating to the South Pole or the region around it
▪ off the antarctic coast ▪ The group is involved in Antarctic exploration. ▪ Antarctic waters — compare arctic
▪ off the antarctic coast ▪ The group is involved in Antarctic exploration. ▪ Antarctic waters — compare arctic
