Westerly
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British pronunciation/wˈɛstəli/
American pronunciation/ˈwɛstɝɫi/

Definition & Meaning of "westerly"

westerly
01

in a direction toward the west

westerly definition and meaning
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The compass needle pointed westerly, guiding the hikers through the open plains.
The migrating birds soared westerly, following their established migration route.
The river flowed westerly, meandering through picturesque landscapes.
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from the west

Westerly
01

the winds from the west that occur in the temperate zones of the Earth

westerly
01

(of a wind, etc.) originating from the west

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The westerly winds brought cooler temperatures to the usually warm coastline.
Sailors adjusted their sails to catch the steady westerly breeze.
Dust from the plains traveled eastward, carried by the powerful westerly wind.
02

facing or moving in a direction toward the west

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The river takes a westerly turn before it flows into the valley.
The house has a westerly view, offering beautiful sunsets over the hills.
Birds flew in a westerly direction, following their migration route.
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situated in a direction toward the west

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The compass needle pointed westerly, guiding the hikers through the open plains.
The migrating birds soared westerly, following their established migration route.
The river flowed westerly, meandering through picturesque landscapes.
The highway stretched westerly, connecting rural towns and communities.
The airplane ascended, veering westerly to reach its destination.
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