norther
/'nɔ:θə/
Definition
- Noun:
- A wind that blows from the north: A "norther" is a strong, cold wind originating from the north, often associated with a sudden drop in temperature. This term is particularly common in the southern United States and the Gulf of Mexico region.
Usage
- The word "norther" is used primarily as a countable noun to describe a specific weather event or a type of wind. It often implies a wind that is notable for its force and chill.
Examples
- Noun:
- A fierce norther swept across the plains, dropping temperatures by twenty degrees.
- Fishermen hurried back to shore as the norther began to blow.
- We expect a strong norther to arrive by midnight.
Advanced Usage
- "blue norther": A specific, intense type of norther marked by a rapidly moving cold front, clear skies, and a dramatic temperature decline.
- The forecast warns of a blue norther moving in this afternoon.
Variants and Related Words
- Northerly (adj/adv): Coming from or situated toward the north.
- A northerly wind brought cooler air.
- Northern (adj): Relating to or characteristic of the north.
- The northern states.
Synonyms
- North wind: A more general term for any wind coming from the north.
- Boreas (literary/poetic): The classical personification of the north wind.
Related Phrases
- To blow a norther: For a northerly wind to be blowing strongly.
- It's blowing a norther out there, so bundle up.
Noun
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a wind that blows from the north
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