Definition

Noun: The side that is on the north; the side of something that faces toward the north.

Usage

This noun phrase is used to specify a particular aspect or part of an object, area, or structure based on its cardinal orientation. It describes the northern face, boundary, or section.

Examples

• The north side of the building gets very little sunlight in the winter.
• They live on the north side of the city, near the river.
• Strong winds are expected on the north side of the mountain.
• Please use the entrance on the north side of the stadium.

Advanced Usage

• "the north side of": A common prepositional phrase used to locate something relative to a specific place.
  • The park is located on the north side of the town hall.
• Can be used in comparative descriptions.
  • The north side of the island is rockier than the south side.

Variants and Related Words

• North-facing (adjective): Oriented toward the north.
  • We planted the garden in a north-facing plot.
• Northern side: A less common but synonymous phrase.
• Cardinal directions: The related directional terms: , , .

Synonyms

• Northern aspect
• Northern flank

Antonyms

• South side

Noun

1. the side that is on the north