Equator

/ɪˈkweɪtə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern Hemisphere and the Southern Hemisphere, located equidistant from the poles.

The equator is situated at 0 degrees latitude.

A circle of constant latitude that is equidistant from the poles.

Many rainforests are located near the equator.

In geometry, a great circle on a sphere, particularly the celestial sphere, that is perpendicular to the axis of rotation.

The celestial equator is used as a reference in astronomy.

From Latin aequator, meaning 'equalizer'.

cross the equator

to travel across the equatorial line, often implying a journey from one hemisphere to another.

equatorial regions

areas of the Earth that are near the equator.

equatorial climate

a climate characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity, typical of areas near the equator.

hemisphere

Half of the Earth, divided by the equator.

latitude

The measurement of distance north or south of the equator.

tropics

Regions of the Earth near the equator, known for their warm climate.

The line of equal parts.

When it comes to dividing the territories, we use the equator as the line of equal parts.