meridional

• Относящийся к югу или расположенный на юге; южный.

Relating to or situated in the south; southern.

1. C2formal

   Of or relating to a meridian, especially in geography or astronomy.

   Относящийся к меридиану

   • The meridional line divides the Earth into eastern and western hemispheres.
   • Astronomers use meridional coordinates to map the stars.
   • The meridional plane passes through the poles.

   Synonymslongitudinalmeridian

2. Southern or characteristic of the southC2formal

   Located in the south or having qualities typical of southern regions or people.

   Южный

   • The meridional regions of France have a warmer climate.
   • His meridional accent was noticeable when he spoke.
   • The cuisine has a distinct meridional flavor, with olive oil and herbs.

   Synonymsaustralsoutherlysouthern

   Antonymsborealnorthern