postmedian

/pɒsˌtiːˈmiːdiən/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or being in the region of the earth’s equator

“The postmedian region experiences high temperatures and humidity throughout the year.”

2. adjective

situated or occurring near the middle of a region or period

“The postmedian period of economic growth was marked by significant investment in infrastructure.”

Synonyms

  • equatorial
  • middle
  • tropical

Antonyms

  • polar
  • subpolar