Pronunciation: /ˈnɔrðərli/
adjective relating to or coming from the north
A1 The northerly wind made the weather colder.
A2 We decided to take a trip to the northerly region of the country.
B1 The northerly direction of the compass pointed us towards the mountains.
B2 The northerly route was known for its scenic views and challenging terrain.
C1 The northerly climate of the Arctic Circle is harsh and unforgiving.
C2 The northerly winds in the region were so strong that they could knock you off your feet.
adverb in a northerly direction
A1 The wind is blowing northerly today.
A2 I prefer to travel in a northerly direction.
B1 The ship sailed in a northerly direction towards the Arctic.
B2 The northerly wind brought a chill to the air.
C1 The northerly current of the ocean affected the ship's course.
C2 The northerly migration of birds is a fascinating natural phenomenon.
formal The northerly winds brought a chill to the region.
informal I heard it's going to be northerly today, so bundle up!
slang I hate when it's all northerly and cold outside.
figurative Her northerly attitude towards the project was refreshing and brought new ideas to the table.
northerlied
northerlies
more northerly
most northerly
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will be northerly
has been northerly
is being northerly
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to be northerly
northerlying
northerlyed