meridional

• Qui est relatif au sud ou situé dans la partie sud ; méridional, austral.

Relating to or situated in the south; southern.

1. C2formal

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

   Relatif à un méridien

   • 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.

   Synonymeslongitudinalmeridian

2. Southern or characteristic of the southC2formal

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

   méridional

   • 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.

   Synonymesaustralsoutherlysouthern

   Antonymesborealnorthern