Pronunciation: /ˈiːstərli/
adjective relating to or characteristic of the east
A1 The easterly wind blew through the trees.
A2 The easterly direction led us towards the coast.
B1 The easterly route took us through the countryside.
B2 The easterly trade winds helped sailors navigate the ocean.
C1 The easterly current influenced the migration patterns of marine life.
C2 The easterly jet stream can impact air travel routes.
adverb toward the east
A1 The wind was blowing easterly, so we decided to fly our kite in that direction.
A2 She walked easterly towards the sunrise to start her day.
B1 The ship changed course to sail easterly towards the coast.
B2 The hikers followed the easterly trail to reach the summit of the mountain.
C1 The pilot adjusted the plane's heading to fly easterly towards their destination.
C2 The trade winds in this region typically blow easterly, affecting sailing routes.
formal The weather forecast predicts easterly winds for tomorrow.
informal We should put up a windbreaker to block the easterly breeze.
slang I love how the easterly winds make my hair look all windswept and cool.
figurative The project is moving in an easterly direction, following the client's feedback.
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