easterly

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/ˈis.tɚˌli/ English

Definitions

noun

Any persistent wind from the east (usually applied to broad currents or belts of easterly winds).

adjective

Facing the east; directed towards the east.“an easterly course or voyage”
Located towards the east.“the easterly side of a lake”
Coming from the east.“an easterly wind”

adverb

In an eastward direction or position; towards the east.
From the east.

Related words

Synonyms

eastly east eastern easter east wind eastward region oriental timor orientale northeasterly easterling easting northeaster northwesterly custard wind harr

Associated

southerly westerly centerline northerly thence gales shear winds direction intensification convection intersecting

Rhymes

northeasterly ceased early decreased early east early increased early least early released early

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