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northern
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
relational
ungradable
Examples
The northern star guides travelers in the night sky.
1.1
oriented to face the north
Examples
The cabin has a northern view overlooking the vast mountain range.
02
(of wind, breeze, etc.) coming from the north
Examples
A chilly northern wind swept through the valley, bringing an early taste of winter.
03
related to or characteristic of the cultural practices, customs, ways of life, ect. in northern regions
Examples
Northern traditions often celebrate the winter solstice with festivals and gatherings.
04
related to the region of the United States situated above the Mason-Dixon line
Examples
The northern states experienced harsh winters compared to their southern counterparts.
Lexical Tree
northernness
northern
