Arctic Archipelago

proper noun

Meaning

A large cluster of islands located within the Arctic Circle, typically characterized by extreme cold, ice cover, and unique polar ecosystems.

Examples

  • Scientific expeditions often travel to the arctic archipelago to study the effects of climate change on sea ice.
  • The arctic archipelago remains one of the most remote and sparsely populated regions on the planet.

Synonyms: polar islands, northern islands, high arctic islands, Canadian Arctic Archipelago