northerly Sentence Examples

  1. The northerly winds carried the refreshing scent of the sea across the land.
  2. The compass needle pointed steadfastly northerly, guiding our journey.
  3. The northerly slope of the mountain provided a challenging ascent for hikers.
  4. The house's northerly exposure ensured ample sunlight throughout the day.
  5. The bird's migration patterns followed a strict northerly route.
  6. We navigated the wilderness using the northerly star as our celestial guide.
  7. The northerly currents brought cold, nutrient-rich water that supported marine life.
  8. The northerly front brought unexpected snowfall, disrupting travel plans.
  9. The northerly wind whipped up waves that crashed against the rocky shore.
  10. The northerly branch of the river diverged from the main channel and flowed through a secluded valley.

northerly Meaning

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northerly (n)

a wind that blows from the north

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northerly (s)

situated in or oriented toward the north

coming from the north; used especially of wind

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northerly (r)

in a northern direction

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northerly (a.)

Of or pertaining to the north; toward the north, or from the north; northern.

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northerly (adv.)

Toward the north.

FAQs About the word northerly

a wind that blows from the north, situated in or oriented toward the north, coming from the north; used especially of wind, in a northern directionOf or pertain

gale,westerly, norther, tornado, windstorm, southwester, waft, whiff, northwester, northeaster

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The northerly winds carried the refreshing scent of the sea across the land.

The compass needle pointed steadfastly northerly, guiding our journey.

The northerly slope of the mountain provided a challenging ascent for hikers.

The house's northerly exposure ensured ample sunlight throughout the day.