Equatorial region between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. It is characterized by generally warm or hot temperatures year-round, though much variation exists due to altitude and other factors. Temperate zones north and south of the tropics generally have a winter season.
Definition of delimit. 1  transitive verb. : 2  to fix or define the limits of guidelines delimiting his responsibilities an area delimited by woods.
(splÄ­nt) n. 1. A thin piece split off from a larger piece; a splinter. 2. a. A rigid device used to prevent motion of a joint or of the ends of a fractured bone. b. A dental appliance put on the teeth to protect them from grinding or from moving out of place.