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northern

n.
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈnɔɹðɝn// UK //nˈɔːðən// north·ern Archaic General-service

n. located in or coming from the north part of a place. You use this to describe things like weather, regions, or directions.

n. situated in, directed toward, or belonging to the north. Often capitalised when referring to a specific geopolitical region or a distinct cultural area.


SIMPLE

The northern part of the country is very cold.

CONTEXTUAL

Many people travel to the northern territories during the winter to see the natural light displays in the sky.

COMPLEX

The northern coastline remains largely undeveloped due to the harsh maritime climate and the logistical difficulties of transporting construction materials across the rugged mountain passes.

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Typically placed before the noun it modifies; often capitalised when part of a proper geographical name.

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