adjective

polar

POH-lur/ˈpəʊlər/

Relating to either of two opposite poles.

A polar bear walks across a small floe of sea ice.

Etymology

Latin polus names the end of an axis. The Earth's poles mark its axis of rotation, so polar describes those points and the regions around them.

In context

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Polar ice cap or polar cap is a high latitude region of the planet that is covered in ice.

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The two candidates hold polar opposite views on taxes.
A magnet's field is strongest near its polar ends.
Water molecules are polar because their electric charge is unevenly distributed.

polarity noun — The state of having two opposite poles.

polarize verb — To separate into opposite poles or groups.

Arctic: Specifically describes the North Pole region, not both poles.
Antarctic: Specifically describes the South Pole region, not both poles.
opposite: Describes direct contrast without necessarily referring to physical poles.