northerly

nor

ˈnɔr

nawr

ther

ðɜr

dhēr

/nˈɔːðəli/

Definition & Meaning of "northerly"in English

northerly

ADVERB

in a direction toward the north

north

northward

Examples

The river flowed northerly, carving its path through the rugged landscape.

toward the south, originating in the north

Examples

The wind blew northerly, bringing a chill from the distant mountains.

northerly

ADJECTIVE

oriented toward or moving in the direction of the north

northbound

northward

northern

Examples

The hikers continued their journey in a northerly direction, hoping to reach the summit by noon.

(of winds, etc.) originating from the north

northern

Examples

The brisk northerly wind made the morning air feel even colder.

located in or toward the north

north

northern

northward

upper

Examples

The northern region of the country is known for its beautiful lakes and forests.

Northerly

NOUN

a wind coming from the north

boreas

north wind

norther

Examples

The northerly made the temperatures drop dramatically overnight.

Lexical Tree

northerly

norther

north

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Definition & Meaning of "northerly"in English

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