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northward

adjective adverb noun

moving toward the north

Quick reference

Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
N
Ends with
D
Contains
OR
Scrabble score
16
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈnɔɹθwɚd

Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. moving toward the north

    “the northbound lane”

adverb

  1. in a northern direction

    “they earn more up north”

noun

  1. the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees

In context

Example Sentences

the northbound lane
the northward flow of traffic
they earn more up north
Let's go north!

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