northwesterly

• Qualifie une direction ou un vent qui souffle depuis le nord-ouest.

Describes a direction or wind coming from the northwest.

1. Coming from the northwestB2formal

   Describes wind or weather that originates from the northwest direction.

   du nord-ouest

   • A northwesterly wind brought cold air to the region.
   • The storm is moving in a northwesterly direction.
   • Northwesterly breezes are common in this area during winter.

   Synonymesnorthwestnorthwestern

   Antonymessoutheasterly

2. Situated or oriented toward the northwestB2formal

   Located in or facing the northwest direction.

   situé ou orienté vers le nord-ouest

   • The northwesterly slope of the mountain receives less sunlight.
   • They built their cabin on the northwesterly edge of the forest.
   • The northwesterly route is shorter but more rugged.

   Synonymesnorthwestnorthwestward

   Antonymessoutheasterly