TEMPERATE


Meaning of TEMPERATE in English

■ adjective

1》 relating to or denoting a region or climate characterized by mild temperatures.

2》 showing moderation or self-restraint.

Derivatives

~ly adverb

~ness noun

Origin

ME: from L. temperatus , temperare 'mingle, restrain'.

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