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northerly

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈnɔɹðɝɫi// UK //nˈɔːðəli// norther·ly

n. coming from the north or blowing toward the north. You use this to describe the direction of the wind or the position of a place.

n. originating from or blowing toward the north. Often used to describe weather patterns or geographic directions.


SIMPLE

A strong northerly wind blew across the coast.

CONTEXTUAL

The hikers decided to turn back because a sudden northerly gust made the path too slippery.

COMPLEX

The northerly jet stream shifted unexpectedly, causing a rapid drop in temperatures across the northern plains and disrupting the seasonal migration of local wildlife.

Synonyms
Origin

From norther + -ly.

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