banana belt en · NOUN
Etymology
From banana + belt. Perhaps influenced by sunbelt and the dependence of bananas on a warm climate.
Meanings
- A small land area with a warmer climate than its surroundings, particularly one whose location on a map suggests a cold climate.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| banana belts | Number=Plur | lexicographic |