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northerly

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Northerly (noun) means a wind that blows from the north.

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A wind that blows from the north.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from norther and -ly.

Synonyms

boreas norther

Antonyms

southerly

Related words

south southern southerly

Rhymes for northerly

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What is the meaning of northerly?

"northerly" (noun) means a wind that blows from the north.

What is another word for northerly?

Other words for "northerly" include boreas, norther.

What is the opposite of northerly?

The opposite of "northerly" is southerly.

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