horse latitudes
"Horse latitudes" are regions known for their calm winds and dry conditions, historically significant for sailors due to the frequent stalling of ships.
🇺🇸 US Voice:
🇬🇧 UK Voice:
Definition
B2Geography
(technical)Warm subtropical regions around 30 degrees north and south of the Equator, characterized by high atmospheric pressure and light winds.
Example
- The Sahara Desert lies within the horse latitudes, contributing to its arid climate.
B2Meteorology
(technical)Areas of high pressure with calm winds and minimal precipitation, often leading to dry conditions.
Example
- Sailors dreaded the horse latitudes due to the risk of becoming stranded in calm seas.
C1Figurative
(informal)A state of inactivity or stagnation.
Example
- After the initial excitement, the project fell into the horse latitudes, with little progress being made.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "horse latitudes":