northward
Pronunciation
/ˈnɔɹθwɝd/
northwards

Definition & Meaning of "northward"in English

northward
01

to the direction of north

northward definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
adverb of movement and direction
Examples
The explorers journeyed northward, crossing icy tundras and dense forests.
Northward
01

the area or direction lying toward the Earth's axis on the side opposite the sun at noon

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Examples
Strange lights were seen flickering in the northward after dusk.
northward
01

moving in or oriented toward the direction of the north

Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
relational
ungradable
Examples
The explorers set off on a northward journey into the uncharted wilderness.
02

located in the direction of the north

Examples
The northward hills are known for their lush green forests and hiking trails.
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